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Louis Armstrong
Born in New Orleans in 1901, Louis 'Satchmo' Armstrong was a foundational figure in jazz. His innovative trumpet playing and distinctive gravelly voice transformed jazz from collective improvisation into individual artistic expression. 'What a Wonderful World' became an enduring symbol of humanity, included on the Voyager Golden Record sent into space. One of the first African-American entertainers to cross racial barriers and win worldwide audiences, he remains among the most influential musicians in American history.
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The music is not in the notes, but in the silence between.
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Music is the expression of the movement of the waters, the play of curves described by changing breezes.
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