Jazz trumpeter (1909-2000) who created concise versions of jazz and swing and jazz standards that appealed to a mass audience. In the jazz community, he is known for his work with Stuff Smith. He was sometimes referred to as ‘King Louis II,’ a reference to Louis Armstrong. Vintage glossy 8 x 10 publicity photo of Jones with his trumpet by the Maurice Seymour Studio of New York, signed and inscribed in blue ballpoint, "To Donald Koos, best wishes, always, Jonah Jones, 3/12/69.” In fine condition.
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