| Swing: The Best Musicians and Recordings Contributor(s): Yanow, Scott (Author) |
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ISBN: 0879306009 ISBN-13: 9780879306007 Publisher: Backbeat Books OUR PRICE: $21.80 Product Type: Paperback - Other Formats Published: April 2000 Annotation: Covering the gamut from Duke Ellington to Big Bad Voodoo Daddy, this complete guide includes photos and memorabilia capturing the essence of swing, plus thoughtful essays, bios, and reviews. 64 photos. |
| Additional Information |
| BISAC Categories: - Music | Genres & Styles - Jazz - Music | Printed Music - General - Music | Discography & Buyer's Guides |
| Dewey: 781.65 |
| LCCN: 00024401 |
| Series: Third Ear |
| Physical Information: 1.14" H x 7.38" W x 9.26" (1.95 lbs) 526 pages |
| Descriptions, Reviews, Etc. |
| Publisher Description: Written by one of jazz journalism's best and most knowledgeable critics, this book explores the full swing spectrum from its origins in the 1920s through its current retro resurgence. Features intriguing capsule biographies of 400 of the best musicians, from classic artists like Duke Ellington and Benny Goodman to retro swingers such as the Brian Setzer Orchestra and Lavay Smith and the Red Hot Skillet Lickers, with each artist's most notable CDs reviewed and rated, plus info on film appearances, books, and hard-to-find recordings. Includes insightful essays that explore this music's cultural impact, fun photos and swing memorabilia. |