Stars of Vaudeville #494: Clarence Williams by Trav S.D.

Originally posted in 2010  Today is the birthday of Clarence Williams (1893-1965), one of the first artists to use the word “jazz” to publicize his work. The Plaquemine, Louisiana native ran away from home to join Billy Kersands Traveling Minstrel Show, then settled in New Orleans where he became a popular piano player, singer and M.C. […]

« Back to BroadwayStars