Clara Ward

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Clara Ward

Country

United States

Birth - Death

1924 - 1973

Occupation

Entertainment

Description

Gospel singer and music arranger who appeared both solo and with the Ward Singers. Notable albums include 'The Heart, the Faith, the Soul of Clara Ward', 'Soul and Inspiration', and 'Hang Your Tears Out to Dry'. Noted for her influence on singer Aretha Franklin. Honored posthumously at the Songwriters Hall of Fame (1977). Bisexual.

See Also

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Further Reading/Research

• https://thephiladelphiacitizen.org/clara-ward-biography/
• https://www.metroweekly.com/2018/08/divine-diva-the-gays-who-shaped-arethas-gospel-soul/

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