The Great Reunion A Celebration Of Legends Louis Armstrong And Duke Ellington (Update)
From Harlem to Hollywood it’s hard to name two more influential figures in the history of American music than Louis Armstrong and Duke Ellington.
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One Of Harlem’s Best Christmas Songs, “Christmas Night In Harlem” By Louis Armstrong, 1955 (Video)
When it comes to Christmas songs about Harlem, we think this one, “Christmas Night In Harlem,” is a classic by legendary music man Louis Armstrong And The All Stars.
“Drop Me Off In Harlem,” By Louis Armstrong And Duke Ellington, 1933 ( Video)
“Drop Me Off in Harlem,” sang by Harlem legends Louis Armstrong And Duke Ellington, composed by Duke Ellington, with lyrics written by Broadway columnist Nick Kenny in 1933.
Rare Louis Armstrong recording released (video)
Louis Armstrong was in Washington on January 29, 1971 to perform at the Inauguration against the advice of his doctors of then incoming National Press Club President Vernon Louviere, a fellow native of New Orleans.
Schomburg’s Live From Ada “Bricktop” Smith To Louis “Satchmo” Armstrong (Podcast)
Featuring Ada “Bricktop” Smith to Louis “Satchmo” Armstrong, on the Schomburg Center for Research’s Live from the Reading Room: Correspondence is a podcast series that aims to share interesting and engaging letters written by or to key historical figures from the African Diaspora.
The Legendary Adelaide Louise Hall’s Rich Harlem History, 1901 – 1993 (Audio Video)
Adelaide Louise Hall, 20 October 1901 – 7 November 1993, was a Harlem and UK-based jazz singer and entertainer.
“Drop Me Off In Harlem,” By Guinness Book Of World Record Holder Adelaide Louise Hall
Adelaide Louise Hall was a dynamo, she was born on the 20 October 1901 – 7 November 1993, an American-born UK-based jazz singer and entertainer.
Participate In The Dizzy, Cecil, And Minton’s Building Designation In Harlem Public Hearing
On Tuesday, June 6, 2023, the NYC Landmarks Preservation Commission (LPC) will hold a public hearing on the proposed designation of the 935 St. Nicholas Avenue Building in Harlem.
LPC Consider Calendaring The Hotel Cecil And Minton’s, Dizzy’s Home, And More
On Tuesday, April 4, 2023, the New York City Landmarks Preservation Commission (LPC) will vote to calendar three buildings for consideration as individual landmarks.
Florida: Harlem Pianist Danny Mixon Returns As Artists In Residence
The renowned arts-focused Betsy Hotel is pleased to announce back by popular demand, Legacy Pianist Danny Mixon as an Artist in Residence at The Betsy Writers Room.
A Man Of Firsts, Harlem Music Legendary Record Producer Milt Gabler 1911 – 2001
Milton Gabler, May 20, 1911 – July 20, 2001, was a Harlem-born record producer, responsible for many innovations in the recording industry of the 20th century.
Eva Taylor, Harlem Blues Singer, And Stage Actress, 1895 — 1977
Eva Taylor was a Harlem blues singer and stage actress from January 22, 1895 — October 31, 1977.
The Legendary Harlem Billie “Eleanora Fagan” Holiday, Jazz Singer And Songwriter, 1915 – 1959
Billie Holiday, born Eleanora Fagan April 7, 1915 – July 17, 1959, was a Harlem jazz singer and songwriter.
Harlem’s Mezz Mezzrow, A Jazz Clarinetist, Saxophonist, And “Voluntary Negroist,” 1899 – 1972
Milton Mesirow, November 9, 1899 – August 5, 1972, better known as Mezz Mezzrow, was a Harlem jazz clarinetist, saxophonist and “voluntary Negro” from Chicago, Illinois.
Jazzmobile’s 2022 Summerfest Returns With Concerts From Harlem To Hollis
It’s Summer, that special time when New York City opens its vast array of parks and outdoor spaces to the sound of music.