The
terms
New Orleans, or Dixieland style jazz, are used
interchangeably, and are frequently called "Traditional" jazz.It began in New Orleans in the early years of
the 20th century and was always meant for dancing.It quickly spread to Chicago and NYC.The "Dixieland" name is a reference
to the Old South, and is one of the earliest styles of jazz music.
Louis Armstrong's All-Stars was the
band which most popularized, and was most identified with this style. A great lead trumpet is a must!
Early "greatest hits" that
are still popular today includeBasin Street Blues, When the Saints Go Marching In, St. James Infirmary, St. Louie Blues,
Some of These Days, After You've Gone, What a Wonderful Life, Dream a Little
Dream of Me, When You're Smiling, All of Me, Only You, and On the Sunny Side of
the Street.
Call Nancy today to discuss booking one
of these exuberant, upbeat, high energy bands
for your next special event where you want to
"Laissez les bon temps rouler""Let the good times roll!"
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