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Biography. Former home of Professor Longhair, in 2015. Byrd was born on December 19, 1918, in Bogalusa, Louisiana, [2] the son of Ella Mae (née Rhodes) and James Byrd. His distinctive style of piano playing was influenced by learning to play on an instrument that was missing some keys. [2] He began his career in New Orleans in 1948.
Professor Longhair. Professor Longhair, eigentlich Henry Roeland Byrd (* 19. Dezember 1918 in Bogalusa, Louisiana; † 30. Januar 1980 in New Orleans, Louisiana), war ein US-amerikanischer Musiker, der als Sänger, Komponist und Pianist dem Rhythm and Blues New Orleans’ besonders in dessen früher Phase Impulse gab und darüber ...
23. Apr. 2024 · Professor Longhair (born December 19, 1918, Bogalusa, Louisiana, U.S.—died January 30, 1980, New Orleans) was an American singer and pianist who helped shape the sound of New Orleans rhythm and blues from the mid-1940s. As a young boy living in New Orleans, Byrd learned the rudiments of music from his mother.
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19. Mai 2024 · Professor Longhair, also known as Henry Roeland Byrd, was a pioneering American pianist and singer who played a crucial role in shaping the sound of New Orleans rhythm and blues. Born on December 19, 1918, in Bogalusa, Louisiana, Longhair’s unique blend of blues, boogie-woogie, and Afro-Cuban rhythms made him a beloved figure in ...
10. Mai 2018 · Professor Longhair—who was born Henry Roeland Byrd, in 1918, and known, more colloquially, by the honorific Fess—was that sort of player: a savant, an eccentric, a visionary, a gold tooth...
What Is Professor Longhair’S Real Name? Professor Longhair was born Henry Roeland Byrd on December 19, 1918, in Bogalusa, Louisiana. He began playing piano at the age of six and was influenced by the music he heard in his hometown, which included a mix of blues, boogie-woogie, and African rhythms. His unique style combined these various ...
Professor Longhair, born Henry Roeland Byrd on December 19, 1918, in Bogalusa, Louisiana, was a legendary pianist and singer known for his boogie-woogie and blues style. He was a major influence on the music of New Orleans, particularly R&B, rock & roll, and later, funk.
