William Manuel Johnson Net Worth

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William Manuel Johnson was a pioneering bassist born in 1872. He is credited with inventing the slap style of string bass playing and founding King Oliver's Creole Jazz Band. His net worth and salary are unknown, but his influence on jazz music is undeniable.
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Age, Biography and Wiki

Birth Day	August 10, 1872
Birth Place	Louisiana
Age	147 YEARS OLD
Birth Sign	Leo

💰 Net worth: $100K - $1M

About

Pioneer of the slap style of string bass playing and founder of King Oliver's Creole Jazz Band.

Before Fame

He started slapping the strings of his bass because he broke his bow while on tour.

Trivia

He founded and managed The Original Creole Orchestra, the first jazz band to leave New Orleans and go on successful tours.

Family Life

His brother was a musician and his sister was involved with Jelly Roll Morton.

Associated With

He taught Milt Hinton and many other younger musicians how to slap.

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