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He was the most influential musician in the early years of jazz in the 1920s and 1930's and died in 1971 at the age of 69. Louis Armstrong was one of the world's greatest jazz trumpeters of all time. He also did some singing like "What a Wonderful World", or "It Don't Mean a Thing if it Ain't Got That Swing", or the ever-famous "Hello Dolly." In 2001, the major airport in his hometown of New Orleans was renamed Louis Armstrong International in his honor.
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∙ 7y ago
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∙ 13y agoLouis Armstrong was called Satchmo as a joke on his big mouth. Some of his other nicknames where...Gate mouth, dippermouth, dip, and simply pops. The last two nicknames are unknown why to me.
IN ADDITION:Satchmo is short for Satchelmouth. See the related link for more information.Wiki User
∙ 11y agoHe never referred to himself this way, nor did any of his close acquaintences. The S was always sounded, as in Lewis.
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Was Louie Armstrong an astronaut?
Neil Armstrong was the astronaut. Louis Armstrong was a trumpet player.
What is Louis Armstrong's real name?
Armstrongs real name is Louis Daniel Armstrong.
Why did Louis Armstrong play worldwide?
Armstrong was a famous jazz musician, he was called The King of Jazz, so he was called all over the world to play.
Was Louis Armstrong a baha'i?
No, Louis Armstrong was not a Baha'i. Dizzy Gillespie was a Baha'i.
How did Louis Armstrong overcome his challenges?
Louis Armstrong didn't want to be heavy he tried to avoid it
Was Louie Armstrong an astronaut?
Neil Armstrong was the astronaut. Louis Armstrong was a trumpet player.
Was Louie Armstrong rich?
Yes Louis Satchmo Armstrong came from a poor family.
Why is Louie Armstrong Famous?
for the jazz he played
Who is the famous trumpet player that made New Orleans jazz famous?
Louis Armstrong (the great Satchmo) matches that description.
Who was Louis Armstrong's dad?
Louis Armstrong's dad is William Armstrong.
Did Louie Armstrong sing blueberry hill?
Yes
What famous person has played the trumpet?
louie Armstrong :)
Does Adele have a pet?
Yes. She has dog, Louie Armstrong.
Is it Louie Tomlinson or Louis Tomlinson?
it is Louis Tomlinson but it is pronounced as LU-EE (louie)His nickname is Lou.
What were Louis Armstrong's contributions as musician?
Louis Armstrong was a very good musician, he played the clarinet in the beginning then shifted to the trumpet. He was called King of Jazz.
How was Louis Armstrong named Louis Armstrong?
His mother named him Louis.
What is the name of the actor who plays Louie on Lucky Louie?
Louis CK
