The Rondelle55 Chronicles

Saturday 13 April 2013

Jazz Greats: Claude Hopkins

Claude Driskett Hopkins (August 24, 1903 – February 19, 1984) 


   Claude Hopkins was an Excellent Stride Piano Player and Bandleader; he died without being recognized for his huge achievements. Please take a listen here and have a relaxing Saturday: Barber Shop Blues , Three little words , Willow weep for me , 58th Street Blues  and Crazy Fingers

   
  


Source: http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Claude_Hopkins 
Background information
BornAugust 24, 1903
Alexandria, Virginia
DiedFebruary 19, 1984
New York City
GenresJazz
OccupationsBandleader
InstrumentsPiano
Years active1924–1984

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