Is there a real St James Infirmary?

The answer is nowhere, of course. B.P. says: “The actual St. James Infirmary was in London and was a religious foundation for the treatment of leprosy.”

Who created St James Infirmary?

James Infirmary’ — in more or less its current form — is thought to have been recorded back in 1928 by Louis Armstrong and His Savoy Ballroom Five. The songwriting credit went to Don Redman, the saxophone and clarinet player, a veteran of Fletcher Henderson’s band, and an arranger and composer. But the composer of “St.

Who covered St James Infirmary?

Versions

Title	Performer	Release date
The Unfortunate Rake	A.L. Lloyd	1956
St. James Hospital	Pete Seeger	1957
St. James Hospital	Doc Watson	May 1964
St. James Infirmary	Gold Washboard	1974

Is St James Infirmary in the public domain?

James Infirmary Blues” is considered a traditional song and is in the public domain. Despite its age and dark subject matter, several modern performers have found the song interesting enough to cover.

What type of jazz is St James Infirmary?

Jazz and Blues fans alike will be familiar with the title “St. James Infirmary Blues.” However, this is just one variant of an old song whose history traverses continents and cultures. Tracing the evolution of the tune and lyrics of this standard provides a valuable window into the folk process at work.

What key is St James Infirmary in?

James Infirmary is written in the key of Dm. Open Key notation: 12m.

Is St James Infirmary a jazz standard?

Jazz Standards Songs and Instrumentals (St. James Infirmary) “St. James Infirmary” charted several times over the years, but early versions were banned by network radio.

What genre is Saint James Infirmary?

Jazz
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