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    Who Made Music on the Mississippi? Louis Armstrong

    A Who HQ Graphic Novel

    Part of Who HQ Graphic Novels

    Author Kevin Johnson, Who HQ
    Illustrated by Nate Sweitzer
    Paperback (Graphic Novel - TR)
    $7.99 US
    Penguin Young Readers | Penguin Workshop
    5-5/16"W x 7-5/8"H | 7 oz | 96 per carton
    On sale Dec 01, 2026 | 64 Pages | 9780593887981
    Age 8-12 years | Grades 3-7
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    Discover the dynamic story of iconic cornet and trumpet player Louis Armstrong on his journey to becoming a king of jazz and one of America's most influential musicians.

    Presenting Who HQ Graphic Novels: an exciting addition to the #1 New York Times bestselling Who Was? series!

    Follow Louis Armstrong as he joins Fate Marable’s riverboat band on the Dixie Belle and navigates the racial tensions of segregation while bringing innovative hot jazz to audiences beyond New Orleans. A story of new horizons, determination, and musical growth, this graphic novel highlights how Louis honed his improvisational flair and improved his ability to read music on his way to becoming one of jazz music’s most celebrated pioneers. Music notes fly off the page as lively, full-color illustrations work in perfect harmony with this electric narrative.
    Kevin Johnson View titles by Kevin Johnson
    Who HQ is your headquarters for history. The Who HQ team is always working to provide simple and clear answers to some of our biggest questions. From Who Was George Washington? to Who Is Michelle Obama?, and What Was the Battle of Gettysburg? to Where Is the Great Barrier Reef?, we strive to give you all the facts. Visit us at WhoHQ.com View titles by Who HQ
    Nate Sweitzer View titles by Nate Sweitzer

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    Discover the dynamic story of iconic cornet and trumpet player Louis Armstrong on his journey to becoming a king of jazz and one of America's most influential musicians.

    Presenting Who HQ Graphic Novels: an exciting addition to the #1 New York Times bestselling Who Was? series!

    Follow Louis Armstrong as he joins Fate Marable’s riverboat band on the Dixie Belle and navigates the racial tensions of segregation while bringing innovative hot jazz to audiences beyond New Orleans. A story of new horizons, determination, and musical growth, this graphic novel highlights how Louis honed his improvisational flair and improved his ability to read music on his way to becoming one of jazz music’s most celebrated pioneers. Music notes fly off the page as lively, full-color illustrations work in perfect harmony with this electric narrative.

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    Kevin Johnson View titles by Kevin Johnson
    Who HQ is your headquarters for history. The Who HQ team is always working to provide simple and clear answers to some of our biggest questions. From Who Was George Washington? to Who Is Michelle Obama?, and What Was the Battle of Gettysburg? to Where Is the Great Barrier Reef?, we strive to give you all the facts. Visit us at WhoHQ.com View titles by Who HQ
    Nate Sweitzer View titles by Nate Sweitzer

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