A lovely piece by the very excellent Ricky Riccardi who tells the story. One could just imagine how big, musical and wild “Pop’s” funeral would have been were it held in NOLA (see the Italian coverage of the Flushing funeral that Ricky has posted). ArmstrongJack TeagardenJazzLouis ArmstrongRicky RiccardiVelma Middleton
Here is a lovely article (with recordings) featuring the very excellent Ricky Riccardi, author of the superb biography of Pops. ChristmasLouis Armstronglouis armstrong houseRicky Riccardi
Here is a play based upon Terry Teachout’s excellent biography. Also check out this time period in Ricky Riccardi’s equally excellent and touching description in his biography. Update: another review from Slant. JazzLouis ArmstrongRicky RiccardiTerry Teachout
Coming soon – a must have for any “Pops” fan. This release has been co-produced and with liner notes by none other than the author of the terrific biography What a Wonderful World: The Magic of Louis Armstrong’s Later Years. Bravo Ricky! JazzLouis Armstrongnew orleansRicky RiccardiSatchmoWhat a Wonderful World
Today is Louis Armstrong’s birthday, in my view a musical titan to match the likes of Wagner. No artist has given me such pleasure as Pops as well as being a perennial symbol or a paragon of dignity in trying circumstances. Below are two of my favourite photos of Pops. I also highly recommend you…
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