Historic image of legendary jazzman "Big Jim" Robinson, the most prominent trombonist of the era, taken in his home in New Orleans, Louisiana in 1960.

Robinson (1892 –1976) was renowned for his deep, wide-toned, robust "tailgate" style of trombone playing, using the slide to achieve a wide swoop between two notes (a technique that classical musicians call "glissando") and rhythmic effects. His consistency and appealing sound made him one of the most prominent trombonists of his time.
Known for playing with the Sam Morgan band for nearly a decade, as well as for his many recording sessions with Bunk Johnson, Robinson toured extensively with George Lewis in the 1950s. Robinson was one of the most popular performers at Preservation Hall in the last decades of his career, playing with “Sweet” Emma Barrett, Percy Humphrey, and others. Robinson also served as a musical tutor to Frank Demond and Big Bill Bissonnette, both of whom cited him as a central influence.

This is a genuine vintage photogravure, printed in the mid-1980's with artist name and signature on label verso. Mounted on 100% acid-free board and archivally matted in a 11"x14" black wooden frame.