Jazz Greats

By David Perry

This lively and fascinating account of the lives and musical innovations of twelve of America's greatest jazzmen traces how, through their remarkable playing and improvisational skills, they are considered to be among the twentieth century's most groundbreaking composers. Legendary figures such as Buddy Bolden, Louis Armstrong, Sidney Bechet, Charlie Parker and Charles Mingus are featured, with new interviews and an evocative narrative bringing to life the various eras and locations in which they played.

• Format: Paperback
• Language: English
• ISBN: B007YW8MAW
• ISBN13: 9780714832043
• Release Date: January 2000
• Publisher: Phaidon Press
• Length: 240 Pages
• Weight: 1.45 lbs.
• Dimensions: 0.7" x 6.0" x 8.6"
• Age Range: 13 years and up
• Grade Range: Grade 8 to Postsecondary

Customer Reviews

Right on Mark

Perry does an excellent job of telling a disinterested life of each of the musicians he proflies, from Sachmo to Miles. The plates are great. Anyone looking for a biography on the great jazz musicians should definately buy this one.