Winifred Atwell

Winifred Atwell, born in Trinidad, was a trailblazing pianist who captivated audiences across Britain and Australia in the 1950s with her electrifying performances of ragtime and boogie-woogie. Her journey from a classically trained pianist to a chart-topping sensation is nothing short of extraordinary. Atwell made history as the first black artist and the first female instrumentalist to achieve a number-one hit in the UK Singles Chart with her infectious track "Let's Have Another Party" in 1954. Known affectionately as 'The Queen of the Ivories,' her dynamic playing style and charismatic stage presence earned her the title of the most popular UK-based female entertainer of the decade. With over 20 million records sold, Atwell's legacy as a pioneer in music and entertainment continues to inspire.