An introduction to jazz by the editor of "The New Grove Dictionary of Jazz" and "The Blackwell Guide to Recorded Jazz". A free audio CD accompanies the book.
From the editor of the "New Grove Dictionary of Jazz" comes a unique way of approaching and understanding jazz. Drawing on 21 historic jazz recordings, reproduced on a compact disc that accompanies the book, Barry Kernfeld illustrates jazz rhythm, form, arrangement, composition, improvisation, style and sound.
