Jazz : America's classical music / Grover Sales.
| Author/creator | Sales, Grover |
| Format | Book |
| Publication Info | Englewood Cliffs, NJ : Prentice-Hall, ©1984. |
| Description | ix, 246 pages : illustrations ; 24 cm |
| Subjects |
| Contents | Foreword -- Preface -- Who this book is for -- The nature of jazz -- The growth of jazz -- Jazz today -- Where is jazz going? -- Chronology -- Discography -- Selected bibliography -- Jazz magazines and publications. |
| Abstract | This book is an introduction and guide to the complexities and compelling music of jazz and its rich history. In an engaging and conversational style, renowned jazz teacher Grover Sales tells of the lives and music of the greats--Ellington, Tatum, Hawkins, Coltrane, Parker, Hines, Goodman, Armstrong, and many others--with a mix of important facts, fascinating anecdotes, and brilliant interpretations. Illustrated with photographs of the artists in performance, this book is a classic text. |
| General note | "A Spectrum book"--Title page verso. |
| Bibliography note | Discography: pages 227-230. |
| Bibliography note | Includes bibliography (pages 231-236) and index. |
| LCCN | 84004703 |
| ISBN | 0135091268 |
| ISBN | 9780135091265 |
| ISBN | 0135091187 (pbk.) |
Availability
| Library | Location | Call Number | Status | Item Actions |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Music | Closed Stacks - Ask at Circulation Desk | ML3508 .S26 1984 | ✔ Available | Place Hold |