Classic Sounds of New Orleans

by SMITHSONIAN FOLKWAYS RECORDING

Overview

From street parades to nightclubs from church houses to dance halls music is key to New Orleans uniqueness. Drawn from the Smithsonian Folkways repository of classic New Orleans sounds this collection treats us to the city s many musical veins including jazz blues rhythm and blues gospel spirituals and more. The Eureka Brass Band Lonnie Johnson Snooks Eaglin Billie and De De Pierce the first commercial recordings of Mardi Gras Indians Champion Jack Dupree Baby Dodds and other signature artists remind us why this musical city is admired around the world.
26 tracks 73 minutes 32-page booklet.

This is the 19th release in the Smithsonian Folkways Classic series.

Product Details

UPC:	0093074018323
Manufacturer:	Smithsonian Folkways Recordings
Publication date:	07/27/2010