Corky Hale

Corky Hale is a multi-talented jazz musician known for her skills as a harpist, pianist, flutist, and vocalist. With a career spanning over six decades, she’s become a beloved figure in jazz and pop circles, collaborating with legends like Billie Holiday, Frank Sinatra, Tony Bennett, and Barbra Streisand. Her versatility shines in genres ranging from classical to Broadway, and she’s even dabbled in musical theater as a pit musician. Corky is also the co-founder (with her late husband, songwriter Mike Stoller of Leiber & Stoller fame) of the **Corky Hale Trio**, blending jazz standards with fresh arrangements.

A champion of creativity, she’s released albums like *Have Yourself a Jazzy Little Christmas* and *Corky Hale and Friends*, showcasing her warm, inviting style. Beyond music, she’s an advocate for female artists, hosting salons to uplift women in the industry. Whether she’s swinging a jazz harp solo or tickling the ivories, Corky’s charm and talent make her a true icon of timeless cool.

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