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Shirley Scott was born on 13 March, 1934 in Philadelphia, Pennsylvania, U.S., is an American jazz organist. Discover Shirley Scott's Biography, Age, Height, Physical Stats, Dating/Affairs, Family and career updates. Learn How rich is she in this year and how she spends money? Also learn how she earned most of networth at the age of 68 years old?

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Occupation Musician · educator
Age 68 years old
Zodiac Sign Pisces
Born 13 March, 1934
Birthday 13 March
Birthplace Philadelphia, Pennsylvania, U.S.
Date of death 2002
Died Place Philadelphia
Nationality United States

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Who Is Shirley Scott's Husband?

Her husband is Turrentine, Stanley (1960 - 1971) ( divorced) ( 3 children)

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Shirley Scott Net Worth

Her net worth has been growing significantly in 2023-2024. So, how much is Shirley Scott worth at the age of 68 years old? Shirley Scott’s income source is mostly from being a successful Composer. She is from United States. We have estimated Shirley Scott's net worth, money, salary, income, and assets.

Net Worth in 2024 $1 Million - $5 Million
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Source of Income Composer

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1934

Shirley Scott (March 14, 1934 – March 10, 2002) was an American jazz organist.

Her music was noted for its mixture of bebop, blues and gospel elements.

She was known by the nickname "Queen of the Organ".

Scott was born in Philadelphia, Pennsylvania.

Her father operated a jazz club in the basement of the family home and her brother played Saxophone.

At the age of eight, Scott began piano lessons.

After enrolling at Philadelphia High School for Girls, where she was awarded a scholarship, Scott switched to trumpet and played in the all-city schools band.

She studied for bachelor and master's degrees at Cheyney University.

Later in life Scott would return to the university as a teacher.

1950

As a performer in the 1950s, she played the Hammond B-3 organ.

Her recordings with Eddie "Lockjaw" Davis included the hit "In the Kitchen".

1960

Influenced by gospel and blues, she played soul jazz in the 1960s with Stanley Turrentine, who became her husband during the same decade; the couple divorced in 1971.

1970

Although organ trios declined in popularity during the 1970s, they resurged in the 1980s and she recorded again.

1990

In the 1990s, she recorded as pianist in a trio and performed at venues in Philadelphia.

2000

Scott won an $8 million settlement in 2000 against American Home Products, the manufacturers of the diet drug fen-phen.

2002

She died of heart failure in 2002.

With Mildred Anderson

With Eddie "Lockjaw" Davis

With Dexter Gordon

With Al Grey

With Joe Newman

With Al Smith