jelly roll morton
Definition
Proper noun: - A stage name: Refers to Ferdinand Joseph LaMothe, an influential American jazz pianist, bandleader, and composer. He was a pivotal figure in the transition from ragtime to early New Orleans-style jazz.
Usage Examples
- Proper noun:
- Jelly Roll Morton claimed to have invented jazz. (This statement refers to the historical figure and his famous, though disputed, assertion.)
- We studied the recordings of Jelly Roll Morton in music history class. (Here, the name refers to the musician and his body of work.)
- The library has a biography of Jelly Roll Morton. (The name identifies the subject of the biography.)
Advanced Usage
- As a cultural reference: The name is often used to represent the early, formative years of jazz music.
- The festival paid tribute to the era of Jelly Roll Morton and King Oliver.
Variants and Related Words
- Ferdinand "Jelly Roll" Morton: The full name often used in historical and formal contexts.
- Ferdinand Joseph LaMothe: The musician's birth name.
Synonyms
- Jazz pioneer: A descriptive term for his role in music history.
- Early jazz musician: A general category he belongs to.
Noun
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United States jazz musician who moved from ragtime to New Orleans jazz (1885-1941)
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