Crosby said, “He is the beginning and the end of music in America.” (1) Louis Armstrong is without doubt one of the most influential musicians of the early 20th century and the most influential within the realm of Jazz music. His influence is undeniable, with other performers such as Frank Sinatra and Billie Holiday cited as owing a great deal to Armstrong. As a virtuoso trumpet player, cornet player, and distinctive vocal artist, Louis was an indomitable force in Jazz and popular music. Just as his musical
Michael Moore’s 2003 Oscar award winning documentary “Bowling for Columbine” is a highly engaging and emotional insight into the conflict and controversy of America’s gun laws. As the protagonist, director and editor, Moore is on a journey to seek out more social justice for Americans through exposing his perception of the truth. He predominantly examines the Columbine High School massacre whilst also delving into other instances. Despite its irrefutable subjectiveness and the clear accomodation
the Harlem Renaissance, some stepped out of the background and made a large footprint on history with their music, poems, and plays (Wintz 23). Some of the popular musicians included people like Duke Ellington, Bessie Smith, Dizzy Gillespie, and Louis Armstrong (Anderson 4). Poets included Langston Hughes, Claude McKay, James Weldon, and Countee Cullen (Bloom 7). All have made enormous contributions to the Harlem Renaissance period, and in American history. For those who were part of the Harlem