Did W. C. Handy publish his own music?
Yes
No, someone else did it for him
No, he never published it
Yes, but only part of it
Answer
Yes, W. C. Handy self-published his music. After facing rejections from music publishers, he took the bold step of publishing his compositions independently. This proved to be a successful move as his self-published compositions, including the iconic "Memphis Blues," gained immense popularity and recognition.
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Unlike other musicians, was W. C. Handy meticulous in documenting his works?
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