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Sweet Emma Barrett
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Pianists · 1897–1983

Sweet Emma Barrett

American musician (1897-1983)

Born
25 March 1897
New Orleans
Died
28 January 1983
Metairie
Country
United States
Active
1983–
Record labels
Riverside
Discography
2 albums

Biography

Sweet Emma Barrett was a jazz musician who played piano and voice. Sweet Emma Barrett was born on 25 March 1897 in New Orleans and died on 28 January 1983 in Metairie. The music is usually filed under jazz. Record labels: Riverside.

"Sweet Emma" Barrett (March 25, 1897 – January 28, 1983) was an American self-taught jazz pianist and singer who worked with the Original Tuxedo Orchestra between 1923 and 1936, first under Papa Celestin, then William Ridgely. She also worked with Armand Piron, John Robichaux, Sidney Desvigne and the Preservation Hall Jazz Band.

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Discography

Studio and live albums

Sweet Emma The Bell Gal And Her New Orleans Jazz Band At Heritage Hall 1968
Sweet Emma

Frequently asked questions

What instrument did Sweet Emma Barrett play?

Sweet Emma Barrett is known for playing piano and voice.

When and where was Sweet Emma Barrett born?

Sweet Emma Barrett was born 25 March 1897 in New Orleans.

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