Professor Longhair: A Scrapbook (Paperback) (ISBN-13: 9781455624591)

Henry Roeland Roy Byrd, better known as Professor Longhair, was an influential musical talent in early New Orleans rhythm and blues. This collection of photographs and memories documents Fess's role in New Orleans music and popular American music in general. Along with vintage photos, short essays chronicle his impact on performers and music professionals including Robert Parker, Charles Connor, Hungry Williams, Jerry Wexler, Dr. John, Wardell Quezergue, Art Neville, and Alvin Batiste. Excerpts from articles published around the world round out this fascinating glimpse into the mystique surrounding this influential figure.

Author: Per Oldaeus
ISBN-10: 1455624594
ISBN-13: 9781455624591
Publisher: Pelican Publishing Company
Language: English
Published: 03/18/2019
Pages: 288
Format: Paperback
Weight: 0.90lbs
Size: 8.90h x 6.00w x 0.80d