Jazz, its evolution and essence / by André Hodeir ; translated by David Noakes.
| Author/creator | Hodeir, André |
| Format | Book |
| Publication Info | New York : Da Capo Press, 1975, ©1956. |
| Description | ix, 295 pages : music ; 23 cm. |
| Subjects |
| Uniform title | Hommes et problèmes du jazz. English |
| Series | The Roots of jazz Roots of jazz. ^A256056 |
| Contents | The world of jazz -- The evolution of jazz and the idea of classicism -- Blues and military marches -- A great classical figure among the oldtimers (concerning eight recordings of the Hot Five) -- The romantic imagination of Dickie Wells -- A masterpiece: Concerto for Cootie -- Charlie Parker and the Bop Movement -- Miles Davis and the cool tendency -- Melody in jazz -- Musical thought -- Notes on the problems of creation -- The phenomenon of singing -- The evolution of rhythmic conceptions -- The handling of sound -- The essence -- The influence of jazz on European music -- Situation of modern jazz at the death of Parker. |
| General note | Translation of Hommes et problèmes du jazz. |
| General note | Reprint of the first edition published by Grove Press, New York. |
| General note | Includes index. |
| Bibliography note | Discography: pages 283-289. |
| LCCN | 74023387 |
| ISBN | 0306706822 |
Availability
| Library | Location | Call Number | Status | Item Actions |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Music | Music Stacks | ML3508 .H6313 1975 | ✔ Available | Place Hold |