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Who Made Music on the Mississippi? Louis Armstrong

A Who HQ Graphic Novel

Artist:
Nate Sweitzer
Author:
Kevin Johnson, Who HQ
Final order cutoff
Monday, November 2, 2026
On sale
Tuesday, December 1, 2026
Price
$13.99 US / CA$19.99
Publisher
Penguin Young Readers
Imprint
Penguin Workshop
Series
Who HQ Graphic Novels
Format
Hardcover (Paper-over-Board, no jacket)
Pages
64
Age rating
8-12 years
Barcode
9780593887998

About this book

Discover the dynamic story of iconic cornet and trumpet player Louis Armstrong on his journey to becoming a king of jazz and one of America's most influential musicians.

Presenting Who HQ Graphic Novels: an exciting addition to the #1 New York Times bestselling Who Was? series!

Follow Louis Armstrong as he joins Fate Marable’s riverboat band on the Dixie Belle and navigates the racial tensions of segregation while bringing innovative hot jazz to audiences beyond New Orleans. A story of new horizons, determination, and musical growth, this graphic novel highlights how Louis honed his improvisational flair and improved his ability to read music on his way to becoming one of jazz music’s most celebrated pioneers. Music notes fly off the page as lively, full-color illustrations work in perfect harmony with this electric narrative.

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