Trombone Shorty
jazzjazz-funkfunknew orleansNew Orleans brass band traditioncontemporary jazz-funksecond-line parade culture
Troy "Trombone Shorty" Andrews (born January 2, 1986) is a trombone and trumpet player from New Orleans, Louisiana, United States. Troy Andrews is the younger brother of trumpeter and bandleader James Andrews . Growing up in New Orleans' Treme neighborhood, "Trombone Shorty" was participating in brass band parades as a child, carrying his trombone even before his arms were long enough to reach all the positions of the slide. Andrews was a bandleader by the age of 6.
Influenced by: Kermit Ruffins, The Preservation Hall Jazz Band, Dr. John
- Active:
- 2000s-present
- Scene:
- New Orleans
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