Alphonse Picou
African American jazz clarinetist (1878–1961)
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Summary
Alphonse Picou was born on October 19, 1878[1], in New Orleans[2]. He died on February 4, 1961[3], in New Orleans[4]. He worked as a jazz musician[5]. He ranks in the top 0.73% of human entities by monthly Wikipedia readership (57 views/month, #7,281 of 1,000,298).[6]
Key Facts
- Date of death: January 4, 1961[7]
- Country of citizenship: United States[8]
- Ethnic group: African Americans[9]
- Sex or gender: male[10]
- Genre: jazz[11]
- Commons category: Alphonse Picou[12]
- Given name: Alphonse[13]
- Instrument: clarinet[14]
- Described by source: Biographical Dictionary of Afro-American and African Musicians[15]
Why It Matters
Alphonse Picou has Wikipedia articles in 6 language editions, a strong signal of global cultural recognition.[16] He is known by 5 alternative names across languages and contexts.[17]
FAQs
Where was Alphonse Picou born?
Alphonse Picou was born in New Orleans[2].
Where did Alphonse Picou die?
Alphonse Picou passed away in New Orleans[4].
What did Alphonse Picou do for work?
Alphonse Picou worked as a jazz musician[5].