Jazz: the Basics

Meeder, Christopher

ISBN 10: 0415966949 / ISBN 13: 9780415966948

Published by Routledge, 2008

About this Item

Traces jazz's growth from its folk origins through early recordings and New Orleans stars; the big-band and swing era; bebop; cool jazz and third stream; avant-garde; jazz-rock; and the neo-conservative movement of the 1980s and 1990s. This book serves as an introduction to the players, the music, and others. Series: The Basics. Num Pages: 294 pages, black & white illustrations. BIC Classification: AVGJ. Category: (G) General (US: Trade); (P) Professional & Vocational. Dimension: 194 x 129 x 19. Weight in Grams: 292. . 2008. 1st Edition. paperback. . . . .

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Bibliographic Details

• Title: Jazz: the Basics
• Publisher: Routledge
• Publication Date: 2008
• Language: English
• ISBN 10: 0415966949
• ISBN 13: 9780415966948
• Binding: Soft cover
• Edition: 1st Edition
• Condition: New

About this title

Synopsis

Jazz: The Basics gives a brief introduction to a century of jazz, ideal for students and interested listeners who want to learn more about this important musical style. The heart of the book traces jazz's growth from its folk origins through early recordings and New Orleans stars; the big-band and swing era; bebop; cool jazz and third stream; avant-garde; jazz-rock; and the neo-conservative movement of the 1980s and 1990s.

Key figures from each era including: Louis Armstrong, Benny Goodman, Charlie Parker, Miles Davis, and Wynton Marsalis are highlighted along with classic works. The book concludes with a list of the 100 essential recordings to own, along with a timeline and glossary. Jazz: The Basics serves as an excellent introduction to the players, the music, and the styles that make jazz 'America's classical music.'

About the Author

Christopher Meeder is a graduate of the Master's program in Jazz History and Research at Rutgers University, Newark. He is also an active freelance musician in jazz, classical, and rock contexts.