Synopses & Reviews
Synopsis
A collection of engaging essays, revealing bios, and insightful reviews explores the innovators, tunes, and attitudes that paved the way for all of modern jazz. 40 photos.
Synopsis
On the heels of swing bebop lifted jazz from the dance floor into an art form powered by virtuoso players. This engaging collection of essays biographies and reviews by veteran jazz journalist Scott Yanow probes the lives and revolutionary works of more than 500 great beboppers including the giants: Charlie Parker Dizzie Gillespie Bud Powell Max Roach and Thelonious Monk. The guide also explores key artists such as Sarah Vaughan Charlie Christian and the young Miles Davis plus such later figures as Joe Pass and Barry Harris.
Synopsis
BEBOP, INFLUENTIAL GROUPS, GREAT MUSICIANS
Description
Includes bibliographical references (p. 374-375), discographies, and index.