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Portrait of Freddie Moore and Joe Thomas...Gottlieb's office party, Jamaica, Queens, N.Y. ca.1948. Creator: William Paul Gottlieb
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Portrait of Freddie Moore and Joe Thomas...Gottlieb's office party, Jamaica, Queens, N.Y. ca.1948. Creator: William Paul Gottlieb
Portrait of Freddie Moore and Joe Thomas, William P. Gottlieb's office party, Jamaica, Queens, New York, N.Y. ca. 1948
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Bill Gottlieb Drum Kit Drumkit Drummer Drums Freddie Moore Golden Age Of Jazz Gottlieb William P Gottlieb William Paul Instrument Instruments Jazz Age Joe Thomas Joseph Lewis Thomas Moore Freddie Music Industry Party Thomas Joe William P Gottlieb William Paul Gottlieb Afro American Film Negative Group Portrait Jazz Musician Office Party Playing An Instrument
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This photograph, titled 'Portrait of Freddie Moore and Joe Thomas at William P. Gottlieb's Office Party, Jamaica, Queens, New York, N.Y. ca. 1948,' is a stunning snapshot of two accomplished jazz musicians in the midst of an intimate moment. Taken by renowned photographer William Paul Gottlieb during an office party, the image beautifully encapsulates the camaraderie and creativity of the jazz scene in 1940s New York City. Freddie Moore, a talented drummer, and Joe Thomas, a virtuoso on the double bass, are seen here engaged in a lively conversation, their eyes locked as they share a joke or a musical thought. The dynamic duo, both dressed in sharp suits, are surrounded by the warm ambiance of the room, with the faint glimmer of other partygoers visible in the background. The photograph is a testament to the rich history of jazz music and the Golden Age of Jazz that flourished in the United States during the 1940s. The image is particularly significant as it showcases the diverse group of individuals that contributed to the music industry during this time, with African American and Afro-American musicians playing a pivotal role in shaping the genre. The photograph, which was taken as a film negative, has been preserved in the Library of Congress, a testament to its historical and cultural significance. The image of Freddie Moore and Joe Thomas at William P. Gottlieb's office party is not only a beautiful work of art but also an invaluable piece of American heritage that continues to inspire and captivate audiences today.
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