On Jazz Shipton Alyn
On Jazz Shipton Alyn Few musical genres inspire the passionate devotion of jazz. Some books on jazz offer little more than theory or dry facts, thereby relinquishing the 'essence' of the music. Its…
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On Jazz Shipton Alyn
Few musical genres inspire the passionate devotion of jazz. Some books on jazz offer little more than theory or dry facts, thereby relinquishing the 'essence' of the music. Its mystique goes far beyond the melodies and rhythms, with its key players and singers discussed by aficionados with a respect that borders on reverence.
One of the most influential and internationally known writers on the subject describes, through vivid personal contacts, reminiscences and zesty anecdotes, his life in jazz as a player, broadcaster and observer. This book is different. Alyn Shipton recalls friendships with legendary musicians, while revealing fresh discoveries about such luminaries as Fats Waller, Louis Armstrong, Count Basie, Duke Ellington, Charlie Parker, Abbey Lincoln and Geri Allen.
On Jazz powerfully evokes the atmosphere of clubs and dancehalls, and takes us behind the scenes and up onto the