W. C. Handy facts for kids
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W. C. Handy
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Handy in July 1941, photographed by
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| Birth name | William Christopher Handy |
| Born | November 16, 1873 Florence, Alabama, United States |
| Origin | Memphis, Tennessee, United States |
| Died | March 28, 1958 (aged 84) New York City |
| Genres | Blues, jazz |
| Occupation(s) | Musician, bandleader, teacher |
| Instruments | Trumpet |
| Years active | 1893–1948 |
William Christopher Handy (November 16, 1873 – March 28, 1958) was an American composer and musician who referred to himself as the Father of the Blues. Handy was one of the most important songwriters in the United States. He was known as one of the first singers to publish music American blues music.
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Handy at age 19
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Handy, ca. 1900, director of the Alabama Agriculture & Mechanical College Band
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William Handy
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Bronze statue of Handy in Handy Park, Beale Street, Memphis, Tennessee
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