The History of Art Tatum, 1909 - 1932

By Imelda Guyton Hunt

The Author, Dr. Imelda Guyton Hunt Ph.D earned a Bachelors in Education from the University of Toledo, Masters in American Studies, and Doctorate of Philosophy in American Culture from Bowling Green State University. About the book: Art Tatum from his birth in 1909 until he left Toledo, Ohio in 1932, there are many reviews of the musician's recordings and musical contributions to jazz, but there has been very little detailed work about his life in Toledo. This informative research study is based on interviews designed to illuminate Tatum's youth before becoming a musician. The interviews include information about his childhood, school experiences, family, church life, friends, and musical associates during his Toledo residency. "Art Tatum was a genius whose mastery of time is still unmatched in solo jazz piano . . ." Dr. Billy Taylor, who seated on the Honorary Founders Board of Jazz.

• Format: Paperback
• Language: English
• ISBN: 1946746290
• ISBN13: 9781946746290
• Release Date: July 2018
• Publisher: ASA Publishing Corporation
• Length: 280 Pages
• Weight: 0.72 lbs.
• Dimensions: 0.6" x 5.5" x 8.5"