Armstrong is the founding father of jazz, with unmatched influence on the music world. These performances span almost his entire career; the 1930s, `40s, `50s, and `60s. This DVD is 70 minutes of amazing entertainment, re-mixed and re-mastered for pristine sound. There is no doubt that this amazingly talented man is the most influential singer and musician in American history. Armstrong's artistic influence is universal, unmatched, and still alive. It's impossible to imagine American music without him. Louis Armstrong Greatest Performances features 17 ultra-rare filmed appearances captured between 1933 and 1963, featuring Armstrong at his very best. He always gave 100% his energy, passion and commitment were undimmed by the years. On these incendiary performances, he is joined by other greats: Bing Crosby, Jackie Gleason, Gene Krupa and George Shearing.