Interview: Zhang Le, Chinese Jazz Singer – Arts & Entertainment

www.jingdaily.com — Having made her name on the thriving Shanghai jazz scene, singer Zhang Le is now making waves around the world with her signature blend of traditional Chinese folk songs and American-style jazz.

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