About Louis Nelson Delisle
Lived 1885 – 1949 (aged 64). Louis Nelson Delisle was an American clarinetist, banjoist and jazz musician.
"Big Eye" Louis Nelson Delisle (January 28, 1885 – August 20, 1949) He was the regular clarinetist with the Jones & Collins Astoria Hot Eight but did not play on their 1929 recording sessions.
He made his only recordings in his later years in the 1940s, by which time he was often in poor health.
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Who was Louis Nelson Delisle?
American musician (1885-1949)
When was Louis Nelson Delisle born?
Louis Nelson Delisle was born on 28 January 1885 in New Orleans.
When did Louis Nelson Delisle die?
Louis Nelson Delisle died on 20 August 1949 in New Orleans.
What was Louis Nelson Delisle's occupation?
Louis Nelson Delisle was a clarinetist, banjoist and jazz musician.
What nationality was Louis Nelson Delisle?
Louis Nelson Delisle was American.
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