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Dixieland jazz |
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Dixieland jazzJazz style that originated in New Orleans, Louisiana, in the early 20th century and worked its way up the Mississippi River. It is characterized by improvisation and the playing back and forth of the cornet, trumpet, clarinet, and trombone. The steady background beat is supplied by the piano, bass, and percussion instrument players, who also have their turns to solo. It is usually played by bands of four to eight members. Noted Dixieland musicians were King Oliver, Jelly Roll Morton, and Louis Armstrong. How to thank TFD for its existence? Tell a friend about us, add a link to this page, add the site to iGoogle, or visit webmaster's page for free fun content. |
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Sancton, the author of Song for My Fathers: A New Orleans Story in Black and White, will touch on themes of teamwork, rebuilding and reinvention in this colorful session that combines cultural tradition with delightful renditions of authentic New Orleans Dixieland jazz music. ``I never would have dreamed that this could happen,'' said Beatrice Wallace, 65, of Los Angeles, clapping her hands to a New Orleans Dixieland Band playing ``Down by the Riverside. It happened the evening we accidentally wandered into a Dixieland jazz club in down-town San Diego. |
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