About this episode
This episode discusses the life and impact of Bubber Miley, a pioneering trumpeter in the 1920s Harlem jazz scene.
Born in Aiken, South Carolina, Bubber Miley was a key figure in the 1920s Harlem jazz scene and a pioneering trumpeter whose sound helped define the early Duke Ellington Orchestra. Visit southcarolinapublicradio.org/rapponjazz for full transcripts.
Topics covered
- Bubber Miley
- jazz
- Duke Ellington Orchestra
- Harlem jazz scene
Keywords
- trumpeter
- Aiken
- South Carolina
Mentioned in this episode
Places: Aiken, South Carolina, Harlem
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