The Story
Allen Toussaint was an American musical treasure, a member of the Rock and Roll Hall of Fame, a Grammy award-winner, and a recipient of the National Medal of Arts from President Barack Obama.
Allen, painfully shy, grew up in one of the poorer areas of New Orleans with his siblings and parents. His love of family and visiting extended relatives in rural Louisiana was where he discovered music and found his voice.
He went from being a timid boy to becoming a world-renowned pianist, songwriter, and performer.
Book illustrations by Brendon Palmer-Angell. A visual artist living and working in New Orleans. Family photos were provided by Alison Toussaint-LeBeaux and Palmer-Angell brought life to the narrative through his artwork.
This book aims to inspire children ages six -to nine to see beyond their limitations, discover the beauty and love around them, through family, nature, music, or sports, and find their unique passions and voices.
Author: Alison Toussaint
Publisher: Alison Toussaint-Lebeaux
Published: 04/24/2025
Pages: 40
Binding Type: Hardcover
Weight: 0.93lbs
Size: 11.00h x 8.50w x 0.25d
ISBN: 9798350744316
Audience: Ages 9-12
About the Author
Toussaint, Alison: - Alison Toussaint is a New Orleans native who, with her brother, Clarence Reginald Toussaint, worked closely alongside her father, the legendary late Allen Toussaint. From 1991 until his passing in 2015, Alison served as her father's personal assistant, sharing in his life's work and musical journey. She performed with him on several occasions at the New Orleans Jazz & Heritage Festival and traveled the world by his side. A devoted wife and proud mother of two, Alison continues to honor her family's rich musical legacy with grace and dedication.
Description
Allen Toussaint was an American musical treasure, a member of the Rock and Roll Hall of Fame, a Grammy award-winner, and a recipient of the National Medal of Arts from President Barack Obama.
Allen, painfully shy, grew up in one of the poorer areas of New Orleans with his siblings and parents. His love of family and visiting extended relatives in rural Louisiana was where he discovered music and found his voice.
He went from being a timid boy to becoming a world-renowned pianist, songwriter, and performer.
Book illustrations by Brendon Palmer-Angell. A visual artist living and working in New Orleans. Family photos were provided by Alison Toussaint-LeBeaux and Palmer-Angell brought life to the narrative through his artwork.
This book aims to inspire children ages six -to nine to see beyond their limitations, discover the beauty and love around them, through family, nature, music, or sports, and find their unique passions and voices.
Author: Alison Toussaint
Publisher: Alison Toussaint-Lebeaux
Published: 04/24/2025
Pages: 40
Binding Type: Hardcover
Weight: 0.93lbs
Size: 11.00h x 8.50w x 0.25d
ISBN: 9798350744316
Audience: Ages 9-12
About the Author
Toussaint, Alison: - Alison Toussaint is a New Orleans native who, with her brother, Clarence Reginald Toussaint, worked closely alongside her father, the legendary late Allen Toussaint. From 1991 until his passing in 2015, Alison served as her father's personal assistant, sharing in his life's work and musical journey. She performed with him on several occasions at the New Orleans Jazz & Heritage Festival and traveled the world by his side. A devoted wife and proud mother of two, Alison continues to honor her family's rich musical legacy with grace and dedication.
