About Fred Robinson
Lived 1901 – 1984 (aged 83). Fred Robinson was an American musician.
Frederick L. Robinson (February 20, 1901 – April 11, 1984) was an American jazz trombonist known for his work with Louis Armstrong and other jazz groups.
Early life Robinson was born on February 20, 1901, in Memphis, Tennessee. Robinson learned to play trombone in high school. He studied at the Dana Musical Institute in Ohio.
Career Robinson moved to Chicago in 1927. There, he joined Carroll Dickerson's orchestra. In 1928, Robinson travelled to New York to play in Louis Armstrong's big band. Robinson played on Louis Armstrong's Hot Five recordings and continued working with both Dickerson and Armstrong until late 1929 when he took a position in Edgar Hayes's band.
Robinson ended his full-time musical career in the mid-1950s.
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Who was Fred Robinson?
American musician (1901-1984)
When was Fred Robinson born?
Fred Robinson was born on 20 February 1901 in Memphis.
When did Fred Robinson die?
Fred Robinson died on 11 April 1984 in New York City.
What was Fred Robinson's occupation?
Fred Robinson was a musician.
What nationality was Fred Robinson?
Fred Robinson was American.
Sources & further reading
· DBpedia: Fred Robinson (musician)
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