Jazz
Christopher Meeder
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Jazz
Published
2012
Publisher
Taylor & Francis Group
Pages
16
ISBN-13
9781135887124
Description
"Jazz: The Basics gives a brief introduction to the history and repertoire of jazz. It is ideal for students and interested listeners who want to learn more about this important musical style. The heart of the book traces jazz's growth from its folk origins through early recordings and New Orleans stars, the big-band and swing era, bebop, cool jazz and third stream, avant-garde, jazz-rock, the neo-conservative movement of the 1980s, and the polystylism of the 1990s." "Key figures from each era including: Louis Armstrong, Benny Goodman, Charlie Parker, Miles Davis, and Wynton Marsalis are highlighted along with classic works. A list of recommended recordings highlights essential listening for anyone who wants to learn more about jazz." "Jazz: The Basics is an excellent introduction to the players, the music, and the styles that make jazz an enduring and well-loved musical style."--Jacket.
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Frequently Asked Questions
How many pages are in Jazz?
This edition of Jazz has approximately 16 pages. Please note, this is an estimate and the exact page count can vary between hardcover, paperback, and e-book versions.
How long does it take to read Jazz?
For most readers, Jazz typically takes between 20m and 13m to complete. This is based on the book's length of approximately 4,000 words and common reading speeds.
Here's a detailed breakdown: • Continuous reading at 250 WPM: approximately 16m of focused reading • Casual reading (30 minutes/day): you could finish in roughly 1 day • Estimated word count: 4,000 words
Your individual reading time will vary based on your personal reading pace, the amount of daily reading time, and your familiarity with the subject matter.
What is the word count of Jazz?
The estimated word count for Jazz is approximately 4,000 words. This figure is calculated using industry-standard methods that consider genre-specific word density patterns, typical formatting and layout characteristics, and standard words-per-page ratios for published books.
This is an approximation — actual word count may vary based on font size, formatting, edition, and the presence of illustrations or charts.
Who is the author of Jazz?
Jazz was written by Christopher Meeder.
When was Jazz published?
The publication date for this specific edition is 2012. The original work may have been published on a different date.