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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Ephemeris for August 6, 1932
Note: Moon position is location and time sensitive.| Planet | Position (Tropical, Western) | Transits on August 6, 2025 | Secondary Progressions for August 6, 2025 |
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| Sun | 13 Leo 59 | 14 Leo 29 | 15 Scorpio 5 |
| Moon | 9 Libra 26 | 12 Capricorn 34 | 13 Pisces 31 |
| Mercury | 1 Virgo 31 | 5 Leo 21 | 6 Sagittarius 26 |
| Venus | 3 Cancer 44 | 7 Cancer 36 | 6 Libra 36 |
| Mars | 1 Cancer 15 | 29 Virgo 50 | 26 Leo 55 |
| Jupiter | 28 Leo 49 | 12 Cancer 56 | 17 Virgo 39 |
| Saturn | 0 Aquarius 42 | 1 Aries 19 | 29 Capricorn 24 |
| Uranus | 23 Aries 21 | 1 Gemini 5 | 20 Aries 27 |
| Neptune | 6 Virgo 50 | 1 Aries 53 | 9 Virgo 50 |
| Pluto | 22 Cancer 18 | 2 Aquarius 17 | 23 Cancer 24 |
| Rahu | 18 Pisces 42 | 19 Pisces 58 | 13 Pisces 46 |
| Ketu | 18 Virgo 42 | 19 Virgo 58 | 13 Virgo 46 |
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