Johnny Dodds

A29th and Dearborn (38)
BBlues Galore

Label: Brunswick
Catalogue number: 03205
Genre: Jazz
Condition: Very good
Format: 78rpm shellac disc, 10 inch unless noted
Reference: #3366

Johnny Dodds was a New Orleans clarinetist (1892–1940) who defined the classic New Orleans jazz style; this Brunswick pressing of '29th and Dearborn' and 'Blues Galore' places him among the most important figures in early jazz.

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B19th street blues

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BOh Lizzie

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BToo tight

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AGravier street blues
BRed onion blues

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AJoe Turner blues
BWhen Rastus plays his old Kazoo

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ANew Orleans Stomp
BWeary Blues (27)

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AOh Lizzie
BClarinet wobble

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AWild man blues
B(Sharkey)I'm satisfied with my Girl

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