Jazz, its evolution and essence / by André Hodeir ; translated by David Noakes.

Author/creator Hodeir, André
Format Book
Publication InfoNew York : Da Capo Press, 1975, ©1956.
Descriptionix, 295 pages : music ; 23 cm.
Subjects

Uniform titleHommes et problèmes du jazz. English
SeriesThe 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 noteTranslation of Hommes et problèmes du jazz.
General noteReprint of the first edition published by Grove Press, New York.
General noteIncludes index.
Bibliography noteDiscography: pages 283-289.
LCCN 74023387
ISBN0306706822

Availability

Library Location Call Number Status Item Actions
Music Music Stacks ML3508 .H6313 1975 ✔ Available Place Hold