About Jimmy O'Bryant
Lived 1896 – 1928 (aged 32). Jimmy O'Bryant was an American bandleader, jazz musician, saxophonist, clarinetist, musician and songwriter.
J. A. "Jimmy" O'Bryant (c. 1896 – June 24, 1928) was an American jazz clarinetist.
Career O'Bryant played with the Tennessee Ten in 1920 and 1921, then in a group with Jelly Roll Morton and W. C. Handy in 1923. In 1924, he played with King Oliver. From 1923 to 1926, he recorded extensively with Lovie Austin's Blues Serenaders and also did sessions with his own Washboard Band. His entire output as a leader was reissued on two compact discs by RST Records in 2000 and 2001.
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Who was Jimmy O'Bryant?
American jazz clarinetist
When was Jimmy O'Bryant born?
Jimmy O'Bryant was born on 15 May 1896 in Arkansas.
When did Jimmy O'Bryant die?
Jimmy O'Bryant died on 24 June 1928 in Chicago.
What was Jimmy O'Bryant's occupation?
Jimmy O'Bryant was a bandleader, jazz musician, saxophonist, clarinetist, musician and songwriter.
What nationality was Jimmy O'Bryant?
Jimmy O'Bryant was American.
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