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Louis Armstrong

Louis Armstrong was an American jazz trumpeter and vocalist whose career spanned over 50 years. This New Orleans native is perhaps the most influential pioneer of jazz music in its history. Please place any questions you may have about "Satchmo" into this category.

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Is there a famous singer whose surname is Armstrong?

Of course! Known world-wide as "Satchmo" or "Pops", Louis Armstrong (August 4, 1901-July 6,1971) was an American jazz trumpeter, singer, and an influential figure in jazz music.

Why did Louis Armstrong play jazz?

In addition to being a master performer, Louis Armstrong was a gifted composer, and he wrote more than fifty songs, many of which have become jazz standards (e.g., "Gully Low Blues," "Potato Head Blues," and "Swing That Music"). Louis also collaborated with other musicians, such as Joe "King" Oliver, and his second wife, Lil Hardin Armstrong, and in some cases it's not always clear if the song was a collaboration or not. Sometimes Louis allowed a collaborator to take the full credit for the song, making it harder to determine who actually wrote it. Louis also recorded arrangements of other people's songs, as well as songs written especially for him, such as "What a Wonderful World."

Did Louis Armstrong own a baseball team?

I believe that Louis Armstrong did own a baseball team. It was called "Armstrong's Secret 9 Baseball Team of New Orleans". It was an all black team I have an 8x10 photo dated 1931 of him with his team.

Does Alex Louis Armstrong die in Fullmetal Alchemist?

No! As I know of, Alex Louis Armstrong is not dead, but if he does die, I'm gonna be pissed.

What was Louis Armstrong's area of expertise?

Louis Armstrong's area of expertise was music. More specifically, Armstrong was a jazz player whose instrument was the trumpet. He also sang. He was a New Orleans native, also.

Was Louis Armstrong known as father dip in Chicago?

Yes, ''As a young boy his large mouth and lips had given him the taunting nickname of Dippermouth. But at his prime his fellow musicians in awe and affection gave him another nickname--Father Dip"

How do you pronounce Louis Armstrong?

His first name has been most commonly pronounced "Louie" but he himself, on at least some occasions, pronounced it "Lewis." There is speculation on whether he preferred the latter pronunciation and whether the former was perhaps a nickname.

Was louis Armstrong the first black man to play the trumpet?

No, But he was a very famous trumpet player from New Orleans,Louisiana!

Why is Louis Armstrong a America's ambassador of goodwill?

Because he traveled the world playing and singing his native New Orleans jazz and he was an infectious optimist.

How did louis armstrong get famous?

He became one of the most popular jazz artists after WW2 and played with a very popular band at the "cotton club"

What were the names of Louis Armstrong's sister and brothers?

Louis's sister name was beatrice Armstrong mostly known as Selena or doll.Louis's brother's name im not sure of sorry im looking for it too.

Louis had two half-brothers and a half sister: Willie and Henry Armstrong...His half-sister named was Bernice. Beatrice not only was she known as Selena...she was mostly known within her family as "Mama Lucy".

This is not a thought...this is a known fact by me: Henry Armstrong was married to my Fathers Sister. Many many years ago Louis gave a concert in New Orleans. After the concert he and his band came over to Henrys home for dinner (where I had the honor of meeting him). The next morning when he left...it was found out that his Sister Bernice was killed in an auto-accident in Boutte, Louisiana the same night of the festivities.

Is there a quick summary for Louis Armstrong?

I need a brief, and simple summery in a conclusion format, that a third grade student could present.

What does take it satch from Mack-the-Knife mean?

Satchmo is Louis Armstrong's nickname, also known as Satch. So "Take it, Satch" means "go ahead, louis!". it's even when his trumpet solo starts

What was Louis Armstrong's life goals?

to become the king of jazz :) :) :) :) :) :) :) :) :) :) :) :) :) :) :)

What Louis Armstrong did that was important?

Louis Armstrong was a famous jazz trumpeter. He is famous for really kick starting the jazz era. He was one of the first major jazz musicians, and is responsible for the start of jazz. He also sings "What a Wonderful World".

What was Louis Armstrongs first song?

my heart was the first song Louis Armstrong wrote