Born August 10, 1888, Henry “Booker T” Glass was a bass drummer whose career was deeply rooted in New Orleans’ brass and dance band traditions. Glass began his career with the Camelia Orchestra and Camelia Brass Band, both led by Wooden Joe Nicholas. He continued performing with many of the city’s leading brass and dance bands throughout his life, remaining part of New Orleans’ musical tradition until his death at age 92. Music also ran in the family—his son, Nowell “Papa” Glass (1927–2001), was a bass drummer as well. #OnThisDay #HappyBirthday #JazzHistory #BrassBand #NewOrleans