ISBN: 9780313301377

Alphabetically arranged entries give detailed information on the many aspects of Armstrong's life and music. He is also the author of Twentieth-Century Brass Soloists (Greenwood, 1994). [… Mehr…

Alphabetically arranged entries give detailed information on the many aspects of Armstrong's life and music. He is also the author of Twentieth-Century Brass Soloists (Greenwood, 1994). [T]his is the first encyclopedia devoted solely to the Founding Father of Jazz. The Nile on eBay   FREE SHIPPING UK WIDE   Satchmo by Michael Meckna One of the United States' musical greats, the influence of trumpeter Louis "Satchmo" Armstrong extended well beyond the world of jazz. This encyclopedia presents alphabetic short entries discussing such topics as musical styles, friends and colleagues, family, tours, writings, recordings, record com FORMATHardcover LANGUAGEEnglish CONDITIONBrand New Publisher Description When pressed to name the most influential musician of the 20th century, many music historians will name Louis Satchmo Armstrong. Born in New Orleans in 1901 and recording into the 1970s, Armstrong is known as the father of jazz, the one figure most credited with moving the Western world from the age of classical music and Tin Pan Alley pop standards into an exciting new era of swing and hot jazz. Michael Meckna's book is the authoritative reference on Armstrong. Alphabetically arranged entries give detailed information on the many aspects of Armstrong's life and music. An appendix of CD releases includes entries that detail the record company, date of issue, song list, and performer list. Other appendices include a chronology, a list of movies, and a resource guide to Satchmo on the Web; a bibliography offers yet another useful tool for fans and students of Armstrong's life and music. A selection of historic black-and-white photos completes the volume. Author Biography MICHAEL MECKNA is Professor of Music History at Texas Christian University. He is also the author of Twentieth-Century Brass Soloists (Greenwood, 1994). Table of Contents PrefaceSatchmo's Life and Music A to ZAppendix I: Satchmo on CDAppendix II: ChronologyAppendix III: MoviesAppendix IV: On the WebSelected BibliographyPhotographs Review [T]his is the first encyclopedia devoted solely to the Founding Father of Jazz. Meckna's authoritative and comprehensive encyclopedia covers such topics as Armstrong's musical and personal life, his influence, his musical associates, and recordings….[s]cholars of music or American history will find much useful information in this encyclopedia….Libraries supporting study of jazz or 20th-century American history should acquire this work. Highly recommended. All levels. * Choice *[T]his book has some useful features and is the first encyclopedia devoted to Armstrong. * Library Journal *[B]ring[s] together all the current knowledge of the man and his music. * Reference Reviews *This encyclopedia is a comprehensive compendium of the life and work of one of the most influential and pervasive jazz entertainers of the twentieth century….[t]he only reference source focused solely on the legendary jazz trumpeter. Biographies on Armstrong abound, but Satchmo should become the premier quick-access source for information on his style, legacy, critical reception, films, writings, and recordings….[t]his is an excellent resource academic and large public libraries. * Booklist/Reference Books Bulletin * Promotional The definitive reference on the father of jazz, Louis Satchmo Armstrong. Long Description When pressed to name the most influential musician of the 20th century, many music historians will name Louis Satchmo Armstrong. Born in New Orleans in 1901 and recording into the 1970s, Armstrong is known as the father of jazz, the one figure most credited with moving the Western world from the age of classical music and Tin Pan Alley pop standards into an exciting new era of swing and hot jazz. Michael Meckna's book is the authoritative reference on Armstrong. Alphabetically arranged entries give detailed information on the many aspects of Armstrong's life and music. An appendix of CD releases includes entries that detail the record company, date of issue, song list, and performer list. Other appendices include a chronology, a list of movies, and a resource guide to Satchmo on the Web; a bibliography offers yet another useful tool for fans and students of Armstrong's life and music. A selection of historic black-and-white photos completes the volume. Review Quote "[T]his is the first encyclopedia devoted solely to the "Founding Father of Jazz." Meckna's authoritative and comprehensive encyclopedia covers such topics as Armstrong's musical and personal life, his influence, his musical associates, and recordings....[s]cholars of music or American history will find much useful information in this encyclopedia....Libraries supporting study of jazz or 20th-century American history should acquire this work. Highly recommended. All levels."- Choice Promotional "Headline" The definitive reference on the father of jazz, Louis Satchmo Armstrong. Details ISBN0313301379 Author Michael Meckna Language English ISBN-10 0313301379 ISBN-13 9780313301377 Media Book Format Hardcover Illustrations Yes Year 2004 Imprint Greenwood Press Subtitle The Louis Armstrong Encyclopedia Country of Publication United States Birth 1945 Short Title SATCHMO Place of Publication Westport Residence TX, US DOI 10.1604/9780313301377 UK Release Date 2004-05-30 NZ Release Date 2004-05-30 US Release Date 2004-05-30 Audience Age 7-17 Pages 448 Publisher Bloomsbury Publishing Plc Publication Date 2004-05-30 Alternative 9780313361654 DEWEY 781.65092 Audience General AU Release Date 2004-05-29 We've got thisAt The Nile, if you're looking for it, we've got it.With fast shipping, low prices, friendly service and well over a million items - you're bound to find what you want, at a price you'll love! 30 DAY RETURN POLICYNo questions asked, 30 day returns! FREE DELIVERYNo matter where you are in the UK, delivery is free. 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[EAN: 9780313301377], Neubuch, [PU: Bloomsbury Publishing Plc, Westport], Hardcover. When pressed to name the most influential musician of the 20th century, many music historians will name Louis Satchmo Armstrong. Born in New Orleans in 1901 and recording into the 1970s, Armstrong is known as the father of jazz, the one figure most credited with moving the Western world from the age of classical music and Tin Pan Alley pop standards into an exciting new era of swing and hot jazz. Michael Meckna's book is the authoritative reference on Armstrong. Alphabetically arranged entries give detailed information on the many aspects of Armstrong's life and music. An appendix of CD releases includes entries that detail the record company, date of issue, song list, and performer list. Other appendices include a chronology, a list of movies, and a resource guide to Satchmo on the Web; a bibliography offers yet another useful tool for fans and students of Armstrong's life and music. A selection of historic black-and-white photos completes the volume. One of the United States' musical greats, the influence of trumpeter Louis "Satchmo" Armstrong extended well beyond the world of jazz. This encyclopedia presents alphabetic short entries discussing such topics as musical styles, friends and colleagues, family, tours, writings, recordings, record com Shipping may be from multiple locations in the US or from the UK, depending on stock availability., Books<

ISBN: 9780313301377

When pressed to name the most influential musician of the 20th century, many music historians will name Louis Satchmo Armstrong. Born in New Orleans in 1901 and recording into the 1970s, … Mehr…

When pressed to name the most influential musician of the 20th century, many music historians will name Louis Satchmo Armstrong. Born in New Orleans in 1901 and recording into the 1970s, Armstrong is known as the father of jazz, the one figure most credited with moving the Western world from the age of classical music and Tin Pan Alley pop standards into an exciting new era of swing and hot jazz. Michael Meckna's book is the authoritative reference on Armstrong. Alphabetically arranged entries give detailed information on the many aspects of Armstrong's life and music. An appendix of CD releases includes entries that detail the record company, date of issue, song list, and performer list. Other appendices include a chronology, a list of movies, and a resource guide to Satchmo on the Web; a bibliography offers yet another useful tool for fans and students of Armstrong's life and music. A selection of historic black-and-white photos completes the volume. New Textbooks>Hardcover>Music>Blues,Jazz>Blues,Jazz, Bloomsbury Academic Core >2 >T<

2004, ISBN: 9780313301377

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The Louis Armstrong Encyclopedia, Buch, Hardcover, When pressed to name the most influential musician of the 20th century, many music historians will name Louis Satchmo Armstrong. Born in New Orleans in 1901 and recording into the 1970s, Armstrong is known as the father of jazz, the one figure most credited with moving the Western world from the age of classical music and Tin Pan Alley pop standards into an exciting new era of swing and hot jazz. Michael Meckna's book is the authoritative reference on Armstrong. Alphabetically arranged entries give detailed information on the many aspects of Armstrong's life and music. An appendix of CD releases includes entries that detail the record company, date of issue, song list, and performer list. Other appendices include a chronology, a list of movies, and a resource guide to Satchmo on the Web; a bibliography offers yet another useful tool for fans and students of Armstrong's life and music. A selection of historic black-and-white photos completes the volume. [PU: Greenwood Press], Seiten: 448, Greenwood Press, 2004<