Louis+Armstrong

By Jonathan, Grade 6

Louis Armstrong was a unique, talented musician who influenced a lot of musicians in the Harlem Renaissance. During his life he made many songs and even created his own unique style.

Louis Armstrong was born in Louisiana in 1900. While staying at the Colored Waifs' Home for firing a gun, he learned to play the cornet. Later in his life, while he was performing in Storyville, he switched to trumpet.

During the Harlem Renaissance in the 1920's, Louis Armstrong's music became very famous. While he stayed in Harlem he played in many bands and performed in many places. He even was in a Broadway show called "Hot Chocolate".

Armstrong's career progressed even after the Harlem Renaissance ended. He appeared in many different t.v. shows and movies. Critics accused him of demeaning African Americans and playing stereotypes for whites. But either way, the accomplishments he made in jazz will be recognized for years to come. media type="youtube" key="E2VCwBzGdPM" width="420" height="315"