Professor Longhair by Per Oldaeus

Professor Longhair by Per Oldaeus

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Professor Longhair by Per Oldaeus

Henry Roeland Roy Byrd, better known as Professor Longhair, was an influential musical talent in early New Orleans rhythm and blues. This collection of photographs and memories documents Fess's role in New Orleans music and popular American music in general. Along with vintage photos, short essays chronicle his impact on performers and music professionals including Robert Parker, Charles Connor, Hungry Williams, Jerry Wexler, Dr. John, Wardell Quezergue, Art Neville, and Alvin Batiste. Excerpts from articles published around the world round out this fascinating glimpse into the mystique surrounding this influential figure.
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ISBN 13 9781455624591
ISBN 10 1455624594
Title Professor Longhair
Author Per Oldaeus
Condition Unavailable
Binding Type Paperback
Publisher Pelican Publishing Company
Year published 2019-03-18
Number of pages 288
Cover note Book picture is for illustrative purposes only, actual binding, cover or edition may vary.