Alton Purnell was a jazz artist from New Orleans, born in April 16, 1911. He was known for his Dixieland jazz performances and his membership in George Lewis' Ragtime Band. His career was successful and he had a net worth of $7 Million at the time of his death.
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Age, Biography and Wiki
💰 Net worth: $7 Million (2024)
About
Jazz artist known for performing Dixieland jazz and as a member of George Lewis' Ragtime Band.
Before Fame
He began playing piano as a professional in 1928 in New Orleans.
Trivia
He worked with Ed Garland and Buddy Johnson after becoming a fixture at the South Bay New Orleans Jazz Club in Gardena, California, during the 1970s and 1980s.
Family Life
He was born in New Orleans, but moved to Los Angeles in 1957. He would die in Inglewood, California.
Associated With
His move to Los Angeles put him in touch with numerous other jazz musicians, including Teddy Buckner.
