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Currently, James Booker is 84 years, 4 months and 3 days old. James Booker will celebrate 85rd birthday on a Tuesday 17th of December 2024. Below we countdown to James Booker upcoming birthday.
Popular As | James Booker |
Occupation | Pianist |
Age | 84 years old |
Zodiac Sign | Sagittarius |
Born | December 17, 1939 (New Orleans, LA) |
Birthday | December 17 |
Town/City | New Orleans, LA |
Nationality | LA |
James Booker’s zodiac sign is Sagittarius. According to astrologers, Sagittarius is curious and energetic, it is one of the biggest travelers among all zodiac signs. Their open mind and philosophical view motivates them to wander around the world in search of the meaning of life. Sagittarius is extrovert, optimistic and enthusiastic, and likes changes. Sagittarius-born are able to transform their thoughts into concrete actions and they will do anything to achieve their goals.
James Booker was born in the Year of the Rabbit. Those born under the Chinese Zodiac sign of the Rabbit enjoy being surrounded by family and friends. They’re popular, compassionate, sincere, and they like to avoid conflict and are sometimes seen as pushovers. Rabbits enjoy home and entertaining at home. Compatible with Goat or Pig.
New Orleans-born musician who combined rhythm and blues, jazz, gospel, stride, and Latin. He also mastered classical music, such as Bach and Chopin.
He scored a recording deal in 1954 with Imperial, laying down Thinkin' 'Bout My Baby and Doin' the Hambone, as well as participating in session work with Fats Domino, Smiley Lewis, and Lloyd Price.
He was the organist for Dr. John's Bonnaroo Revue in 1974.
He was born into a family of Baptist ministers with his father and grandfather being preachers as well as piano players.
He greatly impressed Arthur Rubinstein with his musicality after performing for Rubinstein in 1958 following one of the pianist's concerts.