Zutty Singleton. Practicing drums at his home, New York, 1969

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Zutty Singleton practicing drums at his home, New York, 1969.

Zutty Singleton (by name Arthur James “ Zutty “ Singleton) was an American jazz drummer. He served with the United States Navy in World War I. After returning to New Orleans he worked with Papa Celestin, Big Eye Louis Nelson. In Chicago, Singleton played with Doc Cook, Dave Peyton, Jimmie Noone, and theater bands, then joined Louis Armstrong's band with Earl Hines. In 1928 and 1929, he performed on landmark recordings with Louis Armstrong and his Hot Five. In 1929 he moved with Armstrong to New York City.

b. May 14, 1898 in Bunkie Louisiana.
d. July 14, 1975 in New York.

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