Horn Of Plenty: The Story Of Louis Armstrong (Paperback) (ISBN-13: 9781163153185)

Horn Of Plenty: The Story Of Louis Armstrong is a biography written by Robert Goffin. The book tells the story of the legendary jazz musician Louis Armstrong, from his humble beginnings in New Orleans to his rise as one of the most influential musicians of the 20th century. The book explores Armstrong's childhood, his early years playing in jazz bands in New Orleans, and his move to Chicago where he joined the Fletcher Henderson Orchestra. It also covers his groundbreaking recordings with his own band, the Hot Five and Hot Seven, as well as his collaborations with other jazz greats like Duke Ellington and Ella Fitzgerald. Throughout the book, Goffin delves into Armstrong's personal life, including his marriages, friendships, and struggles with racism. He also explores Armstrong's impact on the music industry and his influence on other musicians.Horn Of Plenty: The Story Of Louis Armstrong is a comprehensive biography that provides readers with a detailed look into the life and legacy of one of the most iconic musicians of all time. It is a must-read for fans of jazz music and anyone interested in the history of American music.This scarce antiquarian book is a facsimile reprint of the old original and may contain some imperfections such as library marks and notations. Because we believe this work is culturally important, we have made it available as part of our commitment for protecting, preserving, and promoting the world's literature in affordable, high quality, modern editions, that are true to their original work.

Author: Robert Goffin
ISBN-10: 1163153184
ISBN-13: 9781163153185
Publisher: Kessinger Publishing
Language: English
Published: 09/10/2010
Pages: 316
Format: Paperback
Weight: 0.93lbs
Size: 9.00h x 6.00w x 0.66d