Jazz Makers: Vanguards of Sound

by Alyn Shipton

No Customer Reviews

Jazz Makers gathers together short biographies of more than 50 of jazz's greatest stars, from its early beginnings to the present. The stories of these innovative instrumentalists, bandleaders, and composers reveal the fascinating history of jazz in six parts:
* The Pioneers, including Scott Joplin, Louis Armstrong, and Bessie Smith
* Swing Bands and Soloists, with Duke Ellington, Ella Fitzgerald, and Billie Holiday
* The Piano Giants,...

Format:Hardcover

Language:English

ISBN:0195126890

ISBN13:9780195126891

Release Date:February 2002

Publisher:Oxford University Press, USA

Length:272 Pages

Weight:6.65 lbs.

Dimensions:0.8" x 8.5" x 11.4"

Age Range:14 years and up

Grade Range:Grade 9 and higher

Related Subjects

Biographical Biographies Biographies & History Biography & History Education & Reference Reference

Customer Reviews

0 rating

Write a review

ThriftBooks sells millions of used books at the lowest everyday prices. We personally assess every book's quality and offer rare, out-of-print treasures. We deliver the joy of reading in recyclable packaging with free standard shipping on US orders over $15. ThriftBooks.com. Read more. Spend less.

Copyright © 2024 Thriftbooks.com Terms of Use | Privacy Policy | Do Not Sell/Share My Personal Information | Cookie Policy | Cookie Preferences | Accessibility Statement
ThriftBooks^® and the ThriftBooks^® logo are registered trademarks of Thrift Books Global, LLC

Jazz Makers: Vanguards of Sound

Recommended

Customer Reviews

Popular Categories

Website

My Account

Partnerships

Quick Help

About Us

Follow Us