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This abridged version of Jazz Styles was developed in response to requests for an introductory book offering the clarity and accuracy of Jazz Styles with 1/2 the size, 1/4 the number of names and tune titles, and 1/3 the number of musician profiles. Using a simple, yet lively writing style, and an abundance of illustrations, it is easily accessible to readers with no previous knowledge of music–or any technical sophistication. Written by an active jazz musician and eminent jazz historian, this brief yet substantive introduction to jazz examines how jazz originated, how it is made, what to listen for, the major style eras, and the individual styles of 40 historically significant jazz musicians. These styles include early jazz (Dixieland); swing; bebop; cool jazz; hard bop; avant-garde of the 1960s and 70s; and jazz-rock fusion. For music lovers who want to increase their enjoyment of jazz.
IllustrationsListening GuidesPrefaceAcknowledgementsCh. 1What Is Jazz?1Ch. 2How to Listen to Jazz9Ch. 3The Origins of Jazz19Ch. 4Early Jazz31Ch. 5Swing55Ch. 6Bebop83Ch. 7Cool Jazz105Ch. 8Hard Bop117Ch. 9Avant-Garde of the 1960s and 70s139Ch. 10Fusion155AppElements of Music181Guide to Album Buying213A Small Basic Collection of Jazz Videos222Glossary223Index229
