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DESCRIPTION
The Heart Of Jazz by William L. Grossman and Jack W. Farrell is an in-depth examination of the origins, development and musical characteristics of jazz, with particular emphasis on the New Orleans tradition and the musicians who helped shape the form.

The book explores topics including improvisation, rhythm, the blues, New Orleans jazz, swing and modern developments, while discussing influential performers such as Louis Armstrong, King Oliver, Jelly Roll Morton, Bix Beiderbecke and others. With a preface by noted jazz trombonist Turk Murphy and illustrations by Lamartine Le Goullon, it remains an interesting period study of jazz history and performance.

Authors: William L. Grossman & Jack W. Farrell
Title: The Heart Of Jazz
Preface By: Turk Murphy
Illustrations By: Lamartine Le Goullon
Format: Illustrated Hardcover With Dust Jacket
Publication date: 1958
Publisher: Vision Press
No. Pages: 315
Country: UK
Subject: Jazz / New Orleans Jazz / Music History / Jazz Musicians / Music Criticism
Language: English

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CONDITION
Very Good - Light wear consistent with careful use. Pages show age-related yellowing but the book is otherwise in very good condition. Dust jacket is in Good condition with wear and damage around the edges and spine.
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