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King Oliver

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American jazz cornet player and bandleader

United StatesMusiciansLived 1881 to 1938 · aged 56
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Joseph Nathan "King" Oliver was an American jazz cornet player and bandleader. He was particularly recognized for his playing style and his pioneering use of mutes in jazz.

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Joe "King" Oliver's Draft Card, signed September 12, 1918, in ChicagoJoe "King" Oliver's Draft Card, signed September 12, 1918, in Chicago

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Joseph Nathan "King" Oliver was an American jazz cornet player and bandleader. He was particularly recognized for his playing style and his pioneering use of mutes in jazz. Also a notable composer, he wrote many tunes still played today, including "Dippermouth Blues", "Sweet Like This", "Canal Street Blues", and "Doctor Jazz". He was the mentor and teacher of Louis Armstrong. His influence was such that Armstrong claimed, "if it had not been for Joe Oliver, jazz would not be what it is today."

Country
United States
Category
Musicians
Type
Singer / Musician
Status
deceased
Dates
Lived 1881 to 1938 · aged 56
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27 languages

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