Written by one of jazz journalism's best and most knowledgeable critics this book explores the full swing spectrum from its origins in the 1920s through its current retro resurgence. Features intriguing capsule biographies of 400 of the best musicians from classic artists like Duke Ellington and Benny Goodman to retro swingers such as the Brian Setzer Orchestra and Lavay Smith and the Red Hot Skillet Lickers with each artist's most notable CDs reviewed and rated plus info on film appearances books and hard-to-find recordings. Includes insightful essays that explore this music's cultural impact fun photos and swing memorabilia.
By:
Scott Yanow Imprint: Backbeat Books Country of Publication: United States Dimensions:
Height: 241mm,
Width: 189mm,
Spine: 32mm
Weight: 1.093kg ISBN:9780879306007 ISBN 10: 0879306009 Pages: 520 Publication Date:24 August 2000 Audience:
General/trade
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ELT Advanced
Format:Paperback Publisher's Status: Active