Living to the age of 76, Roubleau (b. 1897, d. ) had a long career performing on the banjo in New Orleans, especially with revival groups later in his life. He was a cousin of banjoist William Penn. (See Al Rose and Edmond Souchon, New Orleans Jazz: A Family Album, p. 111)
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That’s my father. Played music for Avery long time before my father became ill.
Thank you for writing in, Lolita — that is exciting! Do you happen to have any materials — photographs, for instance — about his musical career? We are always looking for more material to share on this site if you have anything you’d like to share.
Hi there this Lolita unfortunately my father pictures was destroyed from Katrina.You can find my father on the website .Some pictures may be there.
Thank you for this response. We’ll definitely keep looking.