Dorothy Ashby was an American jazz harpist, composer, and songwriter. Born on August 6, 1932, in Detroit, Michigan, she made significant contributions to the jazz genre through her innovative use of the harp. Despite her passing on April 13, 1986, in Santa Monica due to cancer, her music continues to influence and inspire musicians. Ashby's work often blended jazz with other musical styles, showcasing the harp's versatility. She remains a celebrated figure in the jazz community for her artistic talent and groundbreaking achievements.
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Time Zone - America/Detroit (5:0 W)
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Meaning of the name - Dorothy
gift of God
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Dorothy Ashby belongs to the Silent Generation group.
Place of Birth: Detroit
Place of Death: Santa Monica
Cause of Death: cancer
Educated At: Cass Technical High School | Wayne State University
Occupation: jazz musician
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Note: Moon position is location and time sensitive.| Planet | Position (Tropical, Western) | Transits on August 6, 2024 | Secondary Progressions for August 6, 2024 |
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| Sun | 13 Leo 59 | 14 Leo 43 | 14 Scorpio 5 |
| Moon | 9 Libra 26 | 9 Virgo 53 | 1 Pisces 2 |
| Mercury | 1 Virgo 31 | 4 Virgo 0 | 5 Sagittarius 9 |
| Venus | 3 Cancer 44 | 1 Virgo 59 | 5 Libra 25 |
| Mars | 1 Cancer 15 | 11 Gemini 27 | 26 Leo 25 |
| Jupiter | 28 Leo 49 | 15 Gemini 23 | 17 Virgo 29 |
| Saturn | 0 Aquarius 42 | 18 Pisces 12 | 29 Capricorn 20 |
| Uranus | 23 Aries 21 | 27 Taurus 0 | 20 Aries 29 |
| Neptune | 6 Virgo 50 | 29 Pisces 36 | 9 Virgo 49 |
| Pluto | 22 Cancer 18 | 0 Aquarius 31 | 23 Cancer 25 |
| Rahu | 18 Pisces 42 | 9 Aries 17 | 13 Pisces 49 |
| Ketu | 18 Virgo 42 | 9 Libra 17 | 13 Virgo 49 |
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