Background
Morris, Joan Clair was born on February 10, 1943 in Portland, Oregon, United States. Daughter of Joseph Ellis and Katherine Emma (Fleck) Morris.
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Joan Clair Morris
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Student, Gonzaga University, 1965. Graduate, American Academy Dramatic Arts, 1968. Studied voice with Federica Schmitz-Svevo and Clifford Jackson.
Career
Born in Portland, Oregon, she is one half of the famous musical duo of Bolcom and Morris. Together, they specialize in older popular songs, primarily from the first half of the 20th century, but extending beyond that to include both contemporary cabaret songs and a number of songs dating back to the American Civil War. Together, they have taught at the University of Michigan for many years.
Her performance style is nuanced and vibrant.
Noted for being historically informed, which includes rarely deviating from the original versions of songs for the sake of political correctness. Her singing voice is lauded for its exceptional clarity, such that the lyrics are almost always completely intelligible.
In early 2015 she announced that she and Bolcom would begin to curtail both the length and number of their concerts, offering the next year as an ad hoc "Farewell Tour" after which they would limit performances to "cameo appearances.".
Achievements
Membership
Member American Federation of television and Radio Artists, Actors' Equity.
Connections
Married William Bolcom, November 28, 1975.
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United States
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1965
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1968