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Welcome to the ODJB history and information page.The Original Dixieland Jass Band was formed in 1916 with five talented musicians from New Orleans who were performing in Chicago. Their early influences came from performing with the likes of Papa Jack Laine, Braun’s Military Band and other Ragtime or society groups. They may have also been influence by a few other bands or groups performing in and around New Orleans during the early 1900’s. The group’s leader, Dominic James “Nick” LaRocca, was definitely influenced by the music of the Opera House in New Orleans and John Phillip Sousa, as these were his idols. The music they performed and recorded was their own and the band made American music history. It is natural for people worldwide to be proud of the accomplishments of this great American band. |
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