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EPISODE · Dec 15, 2025 · 15 MIN

Do You Know The First Jazz Player?

from Make Your Day Richer · host Richard Wilmore

I'm joined by author Norman Woolworth, who brings historical mystery to life with his latest book, The Bolden Cylinder! This book is the second in his Bruno Abelard series, set in New Orleans.What we discuss:Buddy Bolden: The fascinating, tragic figure known as 'the first jazz player' whose peak was at the turn of the 20th century, but who left no known recordings. We discuss how he rose to be known as 'King Bolden' before his life ended in a sanitarium.The Book's Mystery: Norman explains how his character, the curmudgeonly antiques dealer Bruno Abelard, and a detective friend uncover the mystery surrounding Bolden.Historical Mystery Genre: The conversation touches on how Norman uses flashbacks to historical points and makes the city of New Orleans a character unto itself.BONUS: We play the game, "Jazz or Jive!"Jump into the chat and let us know your favorite historical mystery!

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