About Wellman Braud
Lived 1891 – 1966 (aged 75). Wellman Braud was an American jazz musician.
Wellman Braud (January 25, 1891 – October 29, 1966) was an American jazz upright bassist.
Biography Born in St. James Parish, Louisiana, Braud settled in New Orleans, in his early teens.
He is a distant relative of the Marsalis brothers on their mother's side.
He died in Los Angeles, California, at the age of 76.
Duke Ellington subsequently paid tribute to Braud, including the composition ‘Portrait of Wellman Braud' on his 1970 album New Orleans Suite.
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Who was Wellman Braud?
American musician (1891–1966)
When was Wellman Braud born?
Wellman Braud was born on 25 January 1891 in St. James Parish.
When did Wellman Braud die?
Wellman Braud died on 29 October 1966 in Los Angeles.
What was Wellman Braud's occupation?
Wellman Braud was a jazz musician.
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Wellman Braud was American.
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APA: Biography.guide. (2026). Wellman Braud. https://biography.guide/wellman-braud/
MLA: "Wellman Braud." Biography.guide, https://biography.guide/wellman-braud/.
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