Jazz, Then and Now: The History of Jazz
By Frank Leanza
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Jazz, Then and Now is the history of jazz that started with the black musicians of the south playing their instruments in saloons, whore houses, parades and dance halls. It all began in New Orleans with a popular trumpeter Louis Armstrong taking the lead in the developing of jazz. It then grew in other cities, Kansas City, Chicago, St. Louis and New York. Other prominant musicians also having an influence in jazz were Benny Goodman, Duke Ellington, Count Basie, Charlie Parker, and Miles Davis. Today we have many versions and styles of jazz all of them fully described in the book.
About the Author
Frank Leanza is the author of 30 books on the subject of music, 8 novels, 4 screenplays, a composer, conductor and a music arranger. He received his musical education at the New Jersey Musical College and was awarded a scholarship to the Julliard School of Music in New York.
Perfect Paperback: 200 pages
Product Dimensions: 8.8 x 5.9 x 0.5 inches
About the Author
Frank Leanza is the author of 30 books on the subject of music, 8 novels, 4 screenplays, a composer, conductor and a music arranger. He received his musical education at the New Jersey Musical College and was awarded a scholarship to the Julliard School of Music in New York.
Perfect Paperback: 200 pages
Product Dimensions: 8.8 x 5.9 x 0.5 inches