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Weldon Leo "Jack" Teagarden (August 20, 1905 – January 15, 1964) was an American jazz trombonist and singer. According to critic Scott Yanow of Allmusic, Teagarden was the preeminent American jazz trombone player before the bebop era of the 1940s and "one of the best jazz singers too".
Apr 10, 2024 · Jack Teagarden (born August 20, 1905, Vernon, Texas, U.S.—died January 15, 1964, New Orleans, Louisiana) was an American jazz trombonist, unique because he developed a widely imitated style that appeared to have arrived fully formed.
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Trombonist Jack Teagarden, right, records with Louis Armstrong, left, in 1948. In segregated America, their friends feared it would damage the two men’s careers. But their music, and their lifelong friendship, rose above the bigotry.
May 1, 2017 · One of the most beloved figures in jazz history, Jack Teagarden was a double-threat as a trombonist and a singer. Before he arrived in New York in 1928, most trombonists played in a guttural percussive style that had been pioneered by Kid Ory in New Orleans.
Jazz trombonist, vocalist, and bandleader who became a latter-day champion of the classic New Orleans style. Read Full Biography. STREAM OR BUY: Active. 1920s - 1960s. Born. August 20, 1905 in Vernon, TX. Died. January 15, 1964 in New Orleans, LA. Genre. Jazz. Styles. Dixieland, Show/Musical, Swing, Big Band, Early Jazz, Mainstream Jazz.
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Sep 7, 2015 · Jack Teagarden was a trombone player, singer, and band leader whose career spanned from the 1920’s territory and New York jazz scenes to shortly before his death in 1964.
Among the many landmarks of the jazz scene is one that seems destined to last forever. It’s the trombone artistry of Jack Teagarden.
