Traces the roots of jazz and its evolution into swing and bebop and depicts many of the leading jazz musicians in the first part of the twentieth century. Includes photos, a list of recommended listening, and a glossary.
year: 2003, 2012
call number/section: 1000, 781.65, 781
subjects: jazz, history and criticism, juvenile literature, jazz music
Editions
Kallen, Stuart A.
Thompson/Gale (2003)
Discusses the origins of jazz, famed jazz musicians, musical movements within the genre, and jazz's influence on rock 'n' roll.
Schools: 22
Kallen, Stuart A.
Lucent Books (2012)
Traces the roots of jazz and its evolution into swing and bebop and depicts many of the leading jazz musicians in the first part of the twentieth century. Includes photos, a list of recommended listening, and a glossary.
Schools: 5