Singing Jazz

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Synopsis: The only complete guide to country music performers and first-rate recordings this easy-to-use book leads country lovers to the cream of the crop in all styles from the 1920s hillbilly music to today's crossover craze with rock and pop. Covers over 1 000 artists and more than 5 500 of their best albums.

From the Back Cover: This book explores the lives, words, and music of vocalists past and present to portray the diverse and stimulating world of the jazz singer. Singing Jazz examines the ups and downs of a tough profession: the learning process, be it on the road or in school; the problems of building a repertoire, finding work, travelling, performing in often difficult circumstances; and the struggle for recognition in the world of popular music, where talent and dedication are sometimes not enough. Authors Bruce Crowther and Mike Pinfold revisit the lives and stylistic innovations of great performers in jazz history to explore the evolution of this influential art form. In addition, many of today's best jazz singers discuss the influences and experiences that have shaped their careers, and provide insight on how the art of jazz singing is evolving today.

Bibliographic Details

Title: Singing Jazz
Publisher: Backbeat
Publication Date: 1998
Binding: Soft cover
Condition: Good