John McCusker will talk about “Creole Trombone” on April 28, beginning at 1:15 p.m., at the Music Heritage Stage during the New Orleans Jazz and Continue reading
‘Do What Ory Say’ had humble origins
February 28, 2013 By
Kid Ory and his band had a reputation for playing original material, and Ory was known for singing songs he made up, with the band working them out on Continue reading
Coming Up: Feb. 28 book signing and 2013 Jazz Festival appearance
February 18, 2013 By
With Mardi Gras 2013 behind us and the New Orleans Jazz and Heritage Festival still ahead, author John McCusker will be at the New Orleans Healing Continue reading
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How did Kid Ory get his nickname?
February 9, 2013 By
How did Kid Ory get his nickname? Edward Ory wasn’t always addressed as “Kid.” The nickname that now resonates with jazz enthusiasts came Continue reading
