Frances Wayne

Frances Wayne Frances Wayne American jazz musician For the American journalist, see Frances Belford Wayne. Frances Wayne (born Chiarina Francesca Bertocci[1] or Clara Bertocci, August 26, 1919 – February 6, 1978) was an American jazz vocalist. She was best known for her recording of "Happiness Is Just a Thing Called Joe."[1] Early years and career Wayne was born in Boston[1] and graduated from Somerville High School.[2] She moved to New York City in her teens, where she sang in an ensemble led by her brother, saxophonist Nick Jerret.[3] A 1942 review in Billboard magazine described her as "a striking brunette with a true contralto, perfect rhythm, and, most interesting, a brand-new style...of deep understanding and feeling for the spirit of…

GENRES: Female Vocalist, Jazz