April 20th is Lionel Hampton Day!!!

April 20th is Lionel Hampton Day!!! 

"Lionel Hampton is one of the most extraordinary musicians of the 20th century and his artistic achievements symbolize the impact that jazz music has had on our culture in the 21st century.In 1930, Hampton was called in to a recording session with Armstrong, and during a break Hampton walked over to a vibraphone and started to play. He ended up playing the vibes on one song. The song became a hit; Hampton had introduced a new voice to jazz and he became 'King of the Vibes'." Thank you Mr. Hampton for all of your contributions and inspiration! Please click the link below and learn more about Lionel Hampton. :-)

http://www.uiweb.uidaho.edu/hampton/bio.html

http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=R_rTICMVXQQ

"Gratitude is when memory is stored in the heart and not in the mind." - Lionel Hampton