John Casimir
John Casimir (born October 16, 1898 , † January 3, 1963 in New Orleans ) was an American clarinetist of New Orleans Jazz . In 1938 he founded the Young Tuxedo Brass Band , which he led until his death.
He began playing in the Young Eagles Band in New Orleans in 1919 and was in the Tuxedo Brass Band , in which he played with Louis Armstrong .
As with the Original Tuxedo Jazz Band , in addition to the brass band, he also led a dance band (Young Tuxedo Jazz Band). He recorded with the Brass Band in 1958, but also with the Jazz Band.
literature
- Al Rose, Edmond Souchon New Orleans Jazz. A Family Album , Louisiana State University Press 1984
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| SURNAME | Casimir, John |
| BRIEF DESCRIPTION | American jazz clarinetist and band leader |
| DATE OF BIRTH | October 16, 1898 |
| DATE OF DEATH | January 3, 1963 |
| Place of death | New Orleans |