Jazz For Dummies

Dirk Sutro

eBook - 2011

Includes a list of more than 100 recordings for your jazz collectionThe fun and easy way to explore the world of jazzJazz 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 ensemblePraise for Jazz For Dummies"Now you can finally know about ...one of . . . America's greatest contributions to world culture."--Jon Faddis, jazz trumpeter"Fun to read. . . . An important stepping... more