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Satchmo (Da Capo Paperback)
by Louis Armstrong

Satchmo (Da Capo Paperback)
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Author: Louis Armstrong
Edition: Paperback
Audio: English (Unknown); English (Original Language); English (Published)
Published: 1986-08
ISBN: 0306802767
Number of pages: 248
Publisher: Da Capo Press

Book Reviews of Satchmo (Da Capo Paperback)

Book Review: A glinpse into an old way and an old soul
Summary: 5 Stars

I agree with the previous reviewers regarding style and simplicity.

What I loved most about this book is the glimpse into old New Orleans, an older America, and the richness of black music and its culture and roots.

One learns some older blues jargon, and, implicitly, the closely knit New Orleans musical life. The book also gives insight into another culture, musicians, pimps and prostitutes and the sporting life, as well as the unfailing positive spirit of Louis Armstrong.

This is more about the times of his youth than an in depth understanding of the development of his musicianship. It is, however, an entertaining and informative read, for lovers of the man, blues, jazz, and 'wild west' New Orleans culture around the early 1900's. Mr. Armstrong's happiness and energy pour forth in every page.

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