Louis Armstrong was born August 4, 1901 in New Orleans, Louisiana. Louis Armstrong is known for his jazz and great songs. He was a great improvisor and taught the world to swing. He was known for being a trumpeter, bandleader, and film star. He pioneered scat music and was popular for his entire career. He died in July 1971 in New York.

Louis Armstrong contributed his jazz and great music to the Harlem Renaissance. Here is an interview with him: