The Jazz of the Southwest: An Oral History of Western Swing

by Jean A. Boyd

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They may wear cowboy hats and boots and sing about "faded love," but western swing musicians have always played jazz From Bob Wills and the Texas Playboys to Asleep at the Wheel, western swing performers have played swing jazz on traditional country instruments, with all of the required elements of jazz, and some of the best solo improvisation ever heard.

In this book, Jean A. Boyd explores the origins and development of western swing as...

Format:Paperback

Language:English

ISBN:0292708602

ISBN13:9780292708600

Release Date:May 1998

Publisher:University of Texas Press

Length:293 Pages

Weight:0.95 lbs.

Dimensions:0.8" x 6.0" x 9.0"

Related Subjects

Arts, Music & Photography Country Music Musical Genres

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