Little Louis and the Jazz Band: The Story of Louis "Satchmo" Armstrong

by Angela Shelf Medearis

Tells how the young Louis Armstrong developed his musical talent as an inmate in an orphanage, and describes his subsequent career as a leading jazz musician.

48 pages, Hardcover

First published January 1, 1994

Reviews

[Katie · Rating 3 out of 5]

Ages: 6-10
Content considerations: none

This is an enjoyable introduction to the life of Louis Armstrong. It steers clear of any controversial or mature content while giving ample description of his childhood as well as his adult successes.