John Robichaux [SEP] occupation
John Robichaux
John Robichaux, sometimes spelled Robechaux (January 16, 1866 in Thibodaux, Louisiana – 1939 in New Orleans), was an American jazz bandleader, drummer, and violinist. He was the uncle of Joseph Robichaux.
John Robichaux moved to New Orleans in 1891, where he was the bass drummer for the Excelsior Brass Band from 1892 to 1903. During this time he also worked as a bandleader, playing violin in his own ensembles from 1893 until the time of his death. Among the ensembles he led
Robichaux
Robichaux is a surname. Notable people with the surname include:
- Dilana Robichaux (born 1972), full name of South African singer-songwriter Dilana
- Joe Robichaux (1900–1965), American jazz artist; nephew of John
- John Robichaux (1866–1939), American jazz artist; uncle of Joe
- Tony Robichaux (1961–2019), American college baseball coach
See also.
- Robichaux House, a historic house in Thibodaux, Louisiana