Baby Dodds

1898–1959 (age 61)

Jazz drummer

Biography

Baby Dodds, born in 1898, brought the rhythms of New Orleans to stages far beyond his hometown, shaping the language of jazz drumming with inventive rolls, tuneful brushes, and an unshakeable sense of swing. As a member of early ensembles, he taught listeners to hear the pulse of the city in every beat.

Lincoln Cemetery honors his legacy, providing a place for admirers to remember the joyous energy he shared and the countless drummers who drew inspiration from his sound.

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