Profile of Louis Armstrong - The Founding Father of Jazz

Louis Armstrong was a talented musician and composer who brought jazz music to the forefront. His unique talent and happy disposition endeared him to many. He was a natural performer, not only in terms of music, but in acting as well. His legacy continues and many jazz musicians of today think of Armstrong as an icon. In honor of Black History month, here's a brief biography of Louis Armstrong, or as they fondly called him, "Satchmo".

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