Jazz For Dummies, 2nd Edition
by Dirk Sutro
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Author: Dirk SutroEdition: Paperback
Audio: English (Unknown); English (Original Language); English (Published)
Published: 2006-07-05
ISBN: 0471768448
Number of pages: 384
Publisher: For Dummies
Book Reviews of Jazz For Dummies, 2nd Edition
Book Review: Jazz for Dummies - Great Book
Summary: 5 Stars
This book was assigned for a college class I took, but it is a great overview of Jazz for anyone interested.
Summary of Jazz For Dummies, 2nd Edition
Includes a list of more than 100 recordings for your jazz collectionThe fun and easy way to explore the world of jazz
Jazz is America's greatest music, but with over a century's worth of styles and artists, where do you begin? Relax! This hep cat's guide delivers the scoop on the masters and their music -- from Duke Ellington to Charlie Parker to Wynton Marsalis. It's just what you need to tune in to the history and musical structure of jazz and become a more savvy listener.
Discover how to
* Understand the traits and roots of jazz
* Tune in to jazz styles, from big band to bebop
* Listen to great jazz artists
* Catch a live jazz performance
* Succeed in a jazz ensemble
Praise for Jazz For Dummies
"Now you can finally know about one of . . . America's greatest contributions to world culture."
--Jon Faddis, jazz trumpeter
"Fun to read. . . . An important stepping stone to understanding this complex and profound music."
--James Moody, jazz saxophonist
"Dirk Sutro is madly in love with jazz and . . . he knows what he's talking about."
--"Chubby" Jackson, jazz bassist
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