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Dallas: Ella Mae Morse at the Deep Ellum Music Scene

After a setback in New York, Ella Mae Morse returned to Dallas and spent years near Deep Ellum's blues scene before recording her breakthrough hit.

Address Deep Ellum, Dallas, TX 75226

Dallas: Ella Mae Morse at the Adolphus Hotel Audition

The Adolphus Hotel, Dallas

In 1938, Ella Mae Morse auditioned for Jimmy Dorsey at the Adolphus Hotel in Dallas, launching her path to Capitol Records' first gold single.

Address 1321 Commerce St, Dallas, TX 75202

Fort Worth: Ella Mae Morse at Early Performances with Her Family Band

Where Ella Mae Morse Began Performing

Ella Mae Morse grew up performing with her jazz combo parents in the Fort Worth area of Tarrant County, Texas, developing the skills of a future star.

Address Fort Worth, TX 76102

Paris: Ella Mae Morse at the Corner Store Where She Learned the Blues

Where Ella Mae Morse Learned the Blues

In Paris, Texas, young Ella Mae Morse met Uncle Joe, an elderly blues guitarist who taught her to sing the blues and changed American music forever.

Address Paris, TX 75460

Mansfield: Ella Mae Morse at Her Birthplace

Birthplace of Ella Mae Morse

Ella Mae Morse was born in Mansfield, Texas in 1924. Explore her birthplace in Tarrant County, where her musical family shaped an American legend.

Address Mansfield, TX 76063

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