Childhood
When was Louis Armstrong born?
August 4th, 1901
What did Louis do to earn money when he was a child?
He led a(n) Vocal quartet on the street.
When did Louis join his first official band?
1922
When did he die?
1971
How did Louis die?
A heart attack in 1947
Where was Louis Born?
New Orleans
What did Louis do in his free time?
he went and listened to local bands.
Who sent Louis to join his first band?
King Oliver
How many siblings does Louis have?
3
When did Louis leave his band and end music?
He didn't he died to a heart attack
What was Louis's neighborhood nicknamed where he grew up?
"Battle Field"; because many rival gangs were there and caused a lot of co-motion and ruckus.
Where did Louis move to start his career?
New York.
Who did Louis Armstrong hire as his Manager in 1935?
Joe Glaser
How many children did he have?
3 but one died so now he has 2 children.
No.
What ages did Louis go to Jail/Juvie? How long was his sentence?
9 and 11; First was 3 months. Second Sentence was 2 yrs
Who was his Man-tour/teacher?
Joe "Kng" Oliver.
What instruments did he play?
Trumpet and Cornet.
Did Louis drop out of school; or did he have a full education?
Yes;He dropped out in the 3rd grade!
What was the thing that Louis did the best at that caused him to earn a gamy?
Vocal Recording
Why did Louis go to Jail/Juvie?
First time, Causing ruckus in public and messing with a group of boys. Second time, drug possession.
Back-round bass player.
What was the name of his first band?
Fate Marable
What was the age of Louis when his first child was born?
14.
what were all the roles he played in his music career?
Singer, Back-round bass player, Main bass player, head singer, and back-round singer.