Dukes of Dixieland- Frank and Fred Assunto, ca. 1961 November

File — Box: 1, Reel: 6

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Scope and Contents

Brothers Frank and Fred Assunto talk about their New Orleans upbringing, and how their hometown audience protested after they became internationally known. They talk of their busy performance schedule, their latest album, famous musician pranks, and the recording labels they’ve been on.

Dates

Creation: ca. 1961 November

Creator

From the Collection: Nathan, Norm (Person)

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