Happy #BlackHistoryMonth and Happy Birthday to legendary drummer James Black, born on this day in the Treme section of New Orleans in 1940. He grew up in New Orleans and played trumpet and piano as well as drums. While in New Orleans he played with Ellis Marsalis, Harold Battiste, Irma Thomas, Lee Dorsey, the Meters, and Dr. John among others. He was a part of the Ellis Marsalis Quartet that played on the acclaimed album The Classic Ellis Marsalis in 1961. This release featured several of his compositions including Whistle Stop, Magnolia Triangle and Monkey Puzzle. Those compositions have become standards in New Orleans modern jazz. 📸: James Black photographed by Rick Olivier & James Black’s drum set (currently on view in our Drumsville! exhibition) #NewOrleans #Jazz #History #BlackHistory #Drumsville