Kirk Joseph
Kirk Joseph | |
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Kirk Joseph at the New Orleans Jazz & Heritage Festival, 2008 | |
| Background information | |
| Born | February 16, 1961 |
| Genres | Rhythm and blues, Jazz, Funk |
| Occupation | Musician |
| Instrument | Sousaphone |
| Years active | 1977–present |
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Kirk Joseph (born February 16, 1961) is an American sousaphone and tuba player, recognized as a pioneer in expanding the role of the sousaphone in contemporary brass band, jazz, funk, and rhythm and blues music. He is a founding member of the Dirty Dozen Brass Band and leader of his own ensemble, Kirk Joseph’s Backyard Groove.