Freddie Keppard

Cornet player and jazz musician

Freddie Keppard - Cornet player and jazz musician
Born

1890
135 years ago

Died

July 15th, 1933
92 years ago — 43 years old

Category

Artists & Creatives

Country

United States

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A prominent cornet player and jazz musician, contributed significantly to the early jazz scene in New Orleans. Keppard became notable for his unique style and improvisation skills, which influenced future generations of jazz musicians. His performance career began in the early 1900s and included playing with various bands in New Orleans. Keppard was among the first musicians to take jazz to a wider audience through recordings. In 1914, he made some of the earliest jazz recordings available, which helped in popularizing the genre and establishing its roots in American music. Despite facing challenges during his career, he remains a key figure in the history of jazz music.

Recorded influential jazz music in 1914

Pioneered cornet playing in New Orleans

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