Listen to the vibrant sounds of early jazz through the incredible life of a true musical genius. Growing up in a tough neighborhood in New Orleans, young Louis Armstrong found himself in a reform school, where a kind teacher handed him a cornet. That single instrument changed his life forever. You will follow his journey from playing in local brass bands to becoming a world-famous trumpet player and band leader. With his unique voice and brilliant improvisations, Louis pushed music into exciting new directions that no one had ever heard before. This inspiring biography shows how a young boy with a passion for rhythm overcame massive obstacles to shape American music and become one of the most beloved entertainers in history.