Pops Foster

Pops Foster
Background information
Born
George Murphy Foster

(1892-05-19)May 19, 1892
McCall, Louisiana, U.S.
DiedOctober 30, 1969(1969-10-30) (aged 77)
San Francisco, California, U.S.
GenresJazz
OccupationMusician
InstrumentsString bass, Tuba, Trumpet
Formerly ofKing Oliver, Kid Ory

George Murphy "Pops" Foster (May 19, 1892 – October 30, 1969) was an American jazz musician, best known for his vigorous slap bass playing of the string bass. He also played the tuba and trumpet professionally.

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