June Tyson | |
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Born | Albemarle, North Carolina, United States | February 5, 1936
Died | November 24, 1992 Philadelphia, Pennsylvania[1] | (aged 56)
Occupation(s) | Musician, dancer |
Instrument(s) | Vocals, violin |
Years active | 1968-1992 |
June Tyson (February 5, 1936 – November 24, 1992) was an American singer, violinist, and dancer who performed with bandleader Sun Ra.
A native of Albemarle, North Carolina, Tyson worked in Harlem during the 1960s as a singer. She met pianist Sun Ra and became the only woman in his band, the Arkestra.[2][3] Tyson also worked as the band's costume designer, choreographer, and violinist.[4] She married a member of the crew who designed lighting and sound. Their home in Harlem became a regular stop for members of the band.[3]