Jazz for Dummies 2nd edition by Dirk Sutro
English | 2006 | 384 Pages | PDF | 5 MB
Includes a list of more than 100 recordings for your jazz collection.
The 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