Louis Armstrong - Wikipedia
WEBLouis Daniel Armstrong (August 4, 1901 – July 6, 1971), nicknamed "Satchmo", "Satch", and "Pops", [2] was an American trumpeter and vocalist. He was among the most influential figures in jazz. His career spanned five decades and …
Louis Armstrong | Biography, Facts, What a Wonderful World ...
WEBSep 25, 2024 · Louis Armstrong (born August 4, 1901, New Orleans, Louisiana, U.S.—died July 6, 1971, New York, New York) was the leading trumpeter and one of the most influential artists in jazz history.
Louis Armstrong - What A Wonderful World - YouTube
WEBWhat A Wonderful World performed by Louis Armstrong. (C) 1967 ABC Lyrics: I see trees of green Red roses too I see them bloom For me and for you And I think to myself What a wonderful world I...
Louis Armstrong: Biography, Jazz Musician, “Satchmo”
WEBJan 17, 2024 · Louis Armstrong was an internationally famous jazz trumpeter, bandleader, and singer known for songs like “What a Wonderful World,” “Hello, Dolly!,” ”Star Dust,” and “La Vie En Rose ...
Biography - Louis Armstrong House Museum
WEBArmstrong’s improvised solos transformed jazz from an ensemble-based music into a soloist’s art, while his expressive vocals incorporated innovative bursts of scat singing and an underlying swing feel.
Louis Armstrong Biography | American Masters - PBS
WEBJul 6, 2005 · From a New Orleans boys’ home to Hollywood, Carnegie Hall and television, the tale of Louis Armstrong’s life and triumphant six-decade career epitomizes the American success story.
How Louis Armstrong Revolutionized American Music - Biography
WEBAug 18, 2020 · Jazz musician Louis Armstrong is remembered not only for his hundreds of recordings but as a lovable and humorous character who appeared in a wide swath of Hollywood films and TV shows. Many...
Louis Armstrong: The First Great Jazz Soloist - Smithsonian Music
WEBLouis Armstrong’s improvisations permanently altered the landscape of jazz by making the improvising soloist the focal point of the performance. From the beginning of his career as a bandleader, Armstrong created ensembles to showcase his …
Best Of Louis Armstrong - YouTube
WEBStream all the best of Louis Armstrong in this playlist, featuring all of his top hits from across his career and duets with Ella Fitzgerald.
Louis Armstrong, the Entertainer Who Epitomized Jazz
WEBJul 6, 2016 · Was Louis Armstrong the world’s most beloved entertainer, or was he the single most important musician in the history of jazz? The answer is yes.