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John Robichaux

1866 – 1939

New Orleans jazz musician

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Lived 1866 – 1939 (aged 72–73). John Robichaux was an American bandleader, conductor, jazz musician and violinist.

John Robichaux (January 16, 1866 – 1939) was an American jazz bandleader, drummer, and violinist. He was the uncle of Joseph Robichaux. on January 16, 1866. So he was raised Catholic. John Robichaux moved to New Orleans in 1891, where he was the bass drummer for the Excelsior Brass Band from 1892 to 1903. During this time he also worked as a bandleader, playing violin in his own ensembles from 1893 until the time of his death.

Among the ensembles he led was a 36-piece orchestra in 1913. Robichaux's bands were respected in his day and included many of the city's best musicians, such as Bud Scott, Lorenzo Tio, and Manuel Perez. He wrote over 350 songs and wrote many orchestral arrangements, which are now kept at the William Ransom Hogan Jazz Archive located at Tulane University.

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Birth century
Died
1939, New Orleans
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John E. Robichaux

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Frequently asked questions

Who was John Robichaux?

New Orleans jazz musician (1866–1939)

When was John Robichaux born?

John Robichaux was born on 16 January 1866 in Thibodaux.

When did John Robichaux die?

John Robichaux died in 1939 in New Orleans.

What was John Robichaux's occupation?

John Robichaux was a bandleader, conductor, jazz musician and violinist.

What nationality was John Robichaux?

John Robichaux was American.

Sources & further reading

· Wikipedia: John Robichaux

· Wikidata: Q1630750

· DBpedia: John Robichaux

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