NOLA: Le Virus de la Musique — The Musical Soul of New Orleans (Signed Copy)

Everyone knows New Orleans is the birthplace of jazz. Almost no one knows the full story.

A French musician walks into Louisiana. He plays the bandoneón. And he becomes obsessed with uncovering how music truly took root in this mythical city — from the legendary venues where jazz was born to the back-room appliance store where some of the most iconic blues and rock 'n roll recordings were made.

In NOLA: Le Virus de la Musique, Philippe d'Artois — Doctor of French Literature from the University of Lille, professor, lecturer, and New Orleans resident for over 20 years — traces three centuries of musical and social history through an unexpected, entertaining lens. With the pandemic as backdrop, he weaves together the stories of the oppressed who found their voice in jazz, the dreamers who bet everything on a song, and a city that turned music into its very identity.

The Big Easy didn't just create jazz. It created a revolution.

This Edition Includes:

• Personal signature by author Philippe d'Artois
• Three centuries of New Orleans music history
• The untold origins of jazz, blues & rock 'n roll in Louisiana
• Written by a French academic who has lived in New Orleans for 20+ years

Details:

• Language: French
• Format: Paperback
• Ships from: 729 Royal Street, New Orleans, LA
• Stock: Limited signed copies available

Music got into his blood the moment he landed. This book is how he passed it on.