William Christopher Handy

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Full name of blues singer w. c. handy. William Christopher Handy (November 16, 1873 – March 28, 1958) was a blues composer and musician, often known as the "Father of the Blues." W. C. Handy remains among the most influential of American songwriters. Though he was one of many musicians who played the style of music that is distinctively American, he is credited with giving it its contemporary form not only because he was able to notate his music for publication and hence, posterity, but because of syncopated rhythms, a style unique to his music. While Handy was not the first to publish music in the blues form, he took the blues from a not very well-known regional music style from the Delta to one of the dominant forces in American music. Handy was an educated musician who used folk material in his compositions. He was scrupulous in documenting the sources of his works, which frequently combined stylistic influences from several performers. He loved this folk musical form and brought his own transforming touch to it. User-contributed text is available under the Creative Commons By-SA License; additional terms may apply.

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Really the Blues?: A Blues History (1893-1959), Vol. 1 (1893-1929)

Vocal Recital: Elzy, Ruby - Gershwin, G. / Johnson, H. / Bland, J. / Foster, S. / Flotow, F. Von / Bohm, K. / Mozart, W.A. / Wagner, R. (1935-1942)

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Martin Scorsese Presents the Blues: A Musical Journey

That Devilin' Tune: A Jazz History (1895-1950), Vol. 1 (1895-1927)

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W.C. Handy's Memphis Blues Band

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Father Of The Blues

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The Best of Ute Lemper

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En Directe Mari Pau - Les Nostres Cançons

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Svensk Jazzhistoria Vol.3

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Essential Jazz Classics - Iconic Performances From the Best of the Best

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Duke Ellington In Sweden 1973

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American Music (Carousel Of) - The Fabled 24 September 1940 San Francisco Concerts Featuring Cohan, Berlin, Kern, Romberg, Kalmar

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