Willie Cornish

Willie Cornish

William "Willy" Cornish (1 August, 1875 - 12 January, 1942) was an early jazz musician - known for his being very active on the New Orleans scene playing, leading bands, and teaching music for decades. He was a member of Buddy Bolden's pioneering New Orleans style band, playing valve trombone.1 He was also an early member of the Eureka Brass Band.

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1 [http://www.nathanielturner.com/buddybolden2.htm www.nathanielturner.com] Further information pertaining to Buddy Bolden's musical career, and the development of early jazz, comprising several photographs - one of which depicts Willy Cornish with his trombone.


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