Tagged: Dukes of Dixieland

01/28/2015

The Richmond Symphony @rvasymphony Celebrates #NOLA #JAZZ with the Dukes of Dixieland @DUKESDixieland and the No B.S. Brass Band http://nola.tw/T5

11/12/2013

Estate of beloved New Orleans #NOLA musician Frank Assunto of The Dukes of Dixieland sues for royalty rights http://nola.tw/Oh

Louisiana Today

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1941 - Roger Hayward Lewis was born on this day. Baritone saxophonist and original member of the 'Dirty Dozen Brass Band' from New Orleans, Louisiana. Roger was also well-known for his long tenure with Fats Domino. The bands style has been described as 'Jazz Gumbo', and are known for playing street parades and jazz funerals.