The first appearance of Leonard Feather's Encyclopedia of Jazz was heralded by critics, musicians, and record collectors as a major contribution to the literature of jazz. Never before had America's native music been treated so meticulously, objectively, and comprehensively. The appearance of two later volumes, The Encyclopedia of Jazz in the Sixties and The Encyclopedia of Jazz in the Seventies (with Ira Gitler) only confirmed the initial enthusiasm and the judgement that here were basic books for any music library. This ...
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The first appearance of Leonard Feather's Encyclopedia of Jazz was heralded by critics, musicians, and record collectors as a major contribution to the literature of jazz. Never before had America's native music been treated so meticulously, objectively, and comprehensively. The appearance of two later volumes, The Encyclopedia of Jazz in the Sixties and The Encyclopedia of Jazz in the Seventies (with Ira Gitler) only confirmed the initial enthusiasm and the judgement that here were basic books for any music library. This marks the first paperback publication of this book, soon to be followed by paperback editions of the other two volumes. With more than 2,000 biographies and 200 photos, it spans the history of jazz from its origins to 1959. But more than a biographical dictionary, the book also features essays on the jazz tradition, its major players and composers, the relationship between jazz and classical music (written by Gunther Schuller), a social history of jazz in America, the jazzman as critic, and a grammar of jazz language that can serve as an ideal introduction for young listeners. In addition, Leonard Feather provides a chronology, list of international critic polls, musicians birthdays and birthplaces, a bibliography, and a discography of recommended recordings. For anyone seriously--or even casually--interested in the development of jazz and blues, this classic reference work can guide you unerringly through the many dimensions of the music's wonderful history.
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This is an ex-library book and may have the usual library/used-book markings inside. This book has hardback covers. In good all round condition. Dust jacket in fair condition. Please note the Image in this listing is a stock photo and may not match the covers of the actual item, 1800grams, ISBN: 081801203X.
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Good. Good condition. A copy that has been read but remains intact. May contain markings such as bookplates, stamps, limited notes and highlighting, or a few light stains. Bundled media such as CDs, DVDs, floppy disks or access codes may not be included.
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Very Good+ in Good+ jacket. Decorative Cloth. Very Good++. Tall 4to-Over 9 3/4"-12" Tall. This book is the only book of its kind. It presents for the first time the whole exciting world of jazz from its stormy beginnings to its eminence as a great and vital art in our day. This long-needed volume has already been acclaimed-by Louis Armstrong, Leonard Bernstein, Duke Ellington, Benny Goodman and many more. Because it is f ull of fascinating stories, revealing hitherto unknown facts about all the great and near-great in jazz-it is an enthralling reading experience to be enjoyed again and again. Its collection of the old est and most recent photographs forms a unique picture-album of jazz history. As a guide to the meanings of jazz and its performances, it is the ideal record companion. And as an encyclopedia of event s in the development of jazz and the lives of its men and women, it is a reference work of permanent value. DJ in mylar and was white and is now quite yellowed with a piece missing from the top and bo ttom of the spine but the corners and edges are in good shape. Boards are black with a red/copper design on the front. Title in red on the spine. Book is in excellent condition and profusely illustrat ed with b/w photos. Professional book dealer since 1975. All orders are processed promptly and packaged with the utmost care. Satisfaction guaranteed.
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Small 4to, pp. 527. Bibliography. With over 2, 000 biographies, 200 photographs, plus articles on various aspects of jazz. Edges sllightly soiled, o/w a VG tight copy in little soiled dj.
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Very Good in Fine jacket. Book A heavy item: non-U.S. shipping may require extra fees; please inquire. Ex-lib with only indications light traces of former pocket mid ffep and small stamp lower corner rear free endpaper. Hardcover in black cloth, in black jacket with white and red ttles, 4to. Completely revised edition, 1960. 527pp. Bibliography, thematic articles in rear, b/w plates. VG/NF to Fine. Book has light rubbing to overall clean, sharp cloth; strong, square binding that opens flat at several places within; pages clean and unmarked with moderate foxing to upper page edges. Jacket clean and bright with mildly softened upper spine end.
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Near Fine in Very Good jacket. Second printing. Foreword by Duke Ellington. Small quarto. 360pp. Illustrated from black and white photographs. A few small soil marks on the endleaves, a small scratch on the front board, near fine, in a lightly soiled, very good dust jacket, with edgewear including small chips and tears, and creasing along the spine. Signed by the author on the front fly. With a small pamphlet titled *Jazz...And Its Styles* (C-C Clubs, 1957) laid in.