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The Rough Guide To Jazz Legends: Louis Armstrong
Louis Armstrong helped create the rich musical tradition we now know as jazz and was one of the most revered jazz musicians of the twentieth century. Adoringly remastered, this Rough Guide explores his enduring legacy, from an innovative soloist on cornet and trumpet, to a distinctive and expressive vocalist with the most gravely tones you ever heard. Bonus Jazz Legends Louis Armstrong dominated American jazz from the 1920s until his death and these dozen tracks show the breadth and depth of his influence. From jazz vocalists such as Bessie Smith, Billie Holiday and Ella Fitzgerald to white singers such as Jimmie Rodgers and Bing Crosby, everybody wanted a piece of Louis, either as a singer or accompanist, while fellow band leaders like Louis Jordan and Jack Teagarden and even rock'n'rollers such as Fats Domino all owed 'Satchmo' a huge influence.
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Published May 31, 2011
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Louis Armstrong
143 books29 followersAmerican musician Louis Armstrong, known as Satchmo, a virtuoso trumpeter and popular, gravelly voiced singer, greatly influenced the development of jazz.
Louis Armstrong, nicknamed Pops, a charismatic, innovative performer, improvised soloing, the main fundamental change, shifted focus from the collective to the player. Of the 20th century, he most famously first played cornet player and then reached best toward the end of his career.
https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Louis_A...
Louis Armstrong, nicknamed Pops, a charismatic, innovative performer, improvised soloing, the main fundamental change, shifted focus from the collective to the player. Of the 20th century, he most famously first played cornet player and then reached best toward the end of his career.
https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Louis_A...
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