Over the weekend photographer Herman Leonard passed and immediately I thought of the photo of Dexter Gordon (above). This photo had always whet my appetite to explore the golden age of jazz. His photo's tell the story of how the music came to be. From tiny clubs in Harlem to dance halls in New Orleans, you could almost feel the rhythm and feel the smoke against your skin. I recently learned he was living in New Orleans before the storm but had moved since his home flooded. His work showcases many of our beloved artists in their natural work environment amongst their peers.
Dizzy Gillespie
Charlie Parker
Frank
Palm Court, New Orleans
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