Isbn: 9781564582980 - jazz (22 risultati)

Hardback. Condizione: Fair. In this vivid history of jazz, a respected critic and a leading scholar capture the excitement of America s unique music with intellectual bite, unprecedented insight, and the passion of unabashed fans. They explain what jazz is, where it came from, and who created it and why, all within the broader context of American life and culture. Emphasizing its African American roots, Jazz traces the history of the music over the last hundred years. From ragtime and blues to the international craze for swing, from the heated protests of the avant-garde to the radical diversity of today s artists, Jazz describes the travails and triumphs of musical innovators struggling for work, respect, and cultural acceptance set against the backdrop of American history, commerce, and politics. With vibrant photographs by legendary jazz chronicler Herman Leonard, Jazz is also an arresting visual history of a century of music.…

Hardback. Condizione: Good. In this vivid history of jazz, a respected critic and a leading scholar capture the excitement of America s unique music with intellectual bite, unprecedented insight, and the passion of unabashed fans. They explain what jazz is, where it came from, and who created it and why, all within the broader context of American life and culture. Emphasizing its African American roots, Jazz traces the history of the music over the last hundred years. From ragtime and blues to the international craze for swing, from the heated protests of the avant-garde to the radical diversity of today s artists, Jazz describes the travails and triumphs of musical innovators struggling for work, respect, and cultural acceptance set against the backdrop of American history, commerce, and politics. With vibrant photographs by legendary jazz chronicler Herman Leonard, Jazz is also an arresting visual history of a century of music.…

Hardcover. Condizione: Good.

Hardcover. Condizione: Good. No Jacket. Pages can have notes/highlighting. Spine may show signs of wear. ~ ThriftBooks: Read More, Spend Less.

Hardcover. Condizione: Very Good. No Jacket. May have limited writing in cover pages. Pages are unmarked. ~ ThriftBooks: Read More, Spend Less.

Condizione: Very Good. 1st American ed. Former library copy. Pages intact with possible writing/highlighting. Binding strong with minor wear. Dust jackets/supplements may not be included. Includes library markings. Stock photo provided. Product includes identifying sticker. Better World Books: Buy Books. Do Good.…

Condizione: Good. 1st American ed. Pages intact with minimal writing/highlighting. The binding may be loose and creased. Dust jackets/supplements are not included. Stock photo provided. Product includes identifying sticker. Better World Books: Buy Books. Do Good.

Condizione: Good. 1st American ed. Former library copy. Pages intact with minimal writing/highlighting. The binding may be loose and creased. Dust jackets/supplements are not included. Includes library markings. Stock photo provided. Product includes identifying sticker. Better World Books: Buy Books. Do Good.…

Hardback. Condizione: Fair. In this vivid history of jazz, a respected critic and a leading scholar capture the excitement of America s unique music with intellectual bite, unprecedented insight, and the passion of unabashed fans. They explain what jazz is, where it came from, and who created it and why, all within the broader context of American life and culture. Emphasizing its African American roots, Jazz traces the history of the music over the last hundred years. From ragtime and blues to the international craze for swing, from the heated protests of the avant-garde to the radical diversity of today s artists, Jazz describes the travails and triumphs of musical innovators struggling for work, respect, and cultural acceptance set against the backdrop of American history, commerce, and politics. With vibrant photographs by legendary jazz chronicler Herman Leonard, Jazz is also an arresting visual history of a century of music.…

Hardback. Condizione: Good. In this vivid history of jazz, a respected critic and a leading scholar capture the excitement of America s unique music with intellectual bite, unprecedented insight, and the passion of unabashed fans. They explain what jazz is, where it came from, and who created it and why, all within the broader context of American life and culture. Emphasizing its African American roots, Jazz traces the history of the music over the last hundred years. From ragtime and blues to the international craze for swing, from the heated protests of the avant-garde to the radical diversity of today s artists, Jazz describes the travails and triumphs of musical innovators struggling for work, respect, and cultural acceptance set against the backdrop of American history, commerce, and politics. With vibrant photographs by legendary jazz chronicler Herman Leonard, Jazz is also an arresting visual history of a century of music.…

Hardcover. Condizione: Very Good. First Edition. It's a well-cared-for item that has seen limited use. The item may show minor signs of wear. All the text is legible, with all pages included. It may have slight markings and/or highlighting.

Hardcover. Condizione: Good. Condizione sovraccoperta: Good. An illustrated guide to the world of jazz -- its fascinating history, key instruments and techniques, influential musicians, and landmark recordings. Piece(s) of the spine missing. Due to age and/or environmental conditions, the pages of this book have darkened. Dampness has seeped into more than just the cover. Boards are moderate to severely edgeworn. Please note the image in this listing is a stock photo and may not match the covers of the actual item. Book.…

hardcover. Condizione: Good. Connecting readers with great books since 1972! Used textbooks may not include companion materials such as access codes, etc. May have some wear or writing/highlighting. We ship orders daily and Customer Service is our top priority.

Condizione: Very Good. Very Good condition. Good dust jacket. A copy that may have a few cosmetic defects. May also contain light spine creasing or a few markings such as an owner's name, short gifter's inscription or light stamp. NOT AVAILABLE FOR SHIPMENT OUTSIDE OF THE UNITED STATES.

Hardcover. Condizione: Good. Condizione sovraccoperta: Very Good. An illustrated guide to the world of jazz -- its fascinating history, key instruments and techniques, influential musicians, and landmark recordings. Piece(s) of the spine missing. Due to age and/or environmental conditions, the pages of this book have darkened. Former library book. Mylar protector included. Binding is moderately loose. Some pages are falling out. Please note the image in this listing is a stock photo and may not match the covers of the actual item. Ex-Library.…

Hardcover. Condizione: Very Good. Condizione sovraccoperta: Good. First American Edition. Very good with good+ to very good dust jacket. Language: eng Language: eng 0.0.

Pictorial Hardcover. Condizione: Near Fine. Condizione sovraccoperta: Near Fine. First American Edition. 1st printing. A bright, clean, tight copy sans flecks, tears, stains, and discoloration with all text and illustrations clear/unmarked. From the Foreword of jazz great Sonny Rollins: "It was a pleasure to be asked to write the foreword to this most comprehensive and substanial book about my favorite subject: jazz. Indeed, it is past time that the misconceptions which abound about this most singular form of music are explored and put to rest. This, John Fordham has admirably done with his scholarly, informative, and eminently readable text." CONTENTS (5 Sections): The History of Jazz; An Anatomy of Instruments; Jazz Giants; Techniques; A Gallery of Classic Recordings. PROFUSELY ILLUSTRATED in archival black & white and full color photography with accompanying descriptive captions. 216 pages. NOTE: Due to the large size and heavy weight of the book additional shipping cost will be requested/required for OUT-OF-U.S. shipment in accordance with country of destination. GK3.…

Hardcover. Condizione: Very Good. Condizione sovraccoperta: Good. First US Edition; First Printing. 216 pages; DJ has edgewear, light stains, and a small tear. Markings on a prelim page. Very Good condition otherwise. No other noteworthy defects. No markings.; - Your satisfaction is our priority. We offer free returns and respond promptly to all inquiries. Your item will be packaged with care and ship on the same or next business day. Buy with confidence.…

Hardcover. Condizione: Very Good. Prompt Shipment, shipped in Boxes, Tracking PROVIDEDVery good in Very good dust jacket. First Edition.

Hardcover. Condizione: Fine. Near Fine. Second printing. Foreword by Sonny Rollins. Folio. 216pp. Illustrated. Fine in a near fine dust jacket with toning.

Hardcover. First Edition; First Printing. Very Good in a Very Good dust jacket. Coffee stain on front panel. Slight tare on the Crown.; 4to - over 9¾" - 12" tall.

Hardcover. First Edition; First Printing. Near fine in a very good dust jacket. 1 inch tear to spine crown.; 4to - over 9¾" - 12" tall.