The Happenings Of A Musical Life (1922)

By Jules Jordan

Book Overview

The Happenings Of A Musical Life is an autobiographical book written by Jules Jordan and first published in 1922. The book provides a detailed account of Jordan's life as a musician and composer, from his childhood in New Orleans to his rise to fame in the early 20th century.Jordan's narrative takes readers on a journey through the world of music, describing his experiences with various musical genres, including jazz, blues, and classical. He shares anecdotes about his collaborations with other musicians, including Louis Armstrong and Jelly Roll Morton, and provides insights into the creative process behind some of his most famous compositions.Throughout the book, Jordan reflects on the challenges and triumphs of his musical career, as well as the social and cultural context in which he worked. He discusses the impact of racism and segregation on the music industry, as well as the role of music in shaping American culture.Overall, The Happenings Of A Musical Life is a fascinating and engaging account of one musician's journey through the world of music, offering a unique perspective on the history of American music in the early 20th century.This scarce antiquarian book is a facsimile reprint of the old original and may contain some imperfections such as library marks and notations. Because we believe this work is culturally important, we have made it available as part of our commitment for protecting, preserving, and promoting the world's literature in affordable, high quality, modern editions, that are true to their original work.

• Format: Paperback
• Language: English
• ISBN: 054886439X
• ISBN13: 9780548864395
• Release Date: February 2008
• Publisher: Kessinger Publishing
• Length: 240 Pages
• Weight: 0.79 lbs.
• Dimensions: 0.6" x 6.0" x 9.0"