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Best Of: Louis Armstrong's Early Years / Our Anti-Social Century

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Survival and Symphony: The Early Years of a Musical Legend

This chapter explores the turbulent early life of a musical prodigy born in New Orleans in 1901, highlighting the challenges of his dangerous upbringing. It emphasizes his resilience amidst violence and poverty, illustrating how these experiences influenced his musical journey.

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