- Hardcover: 588 pages
- Publisher: Blackwell Publishers; 2nd Revised edition edition (Nov 11 1995)
- Language: English
- ISBN-10: 0631200754
- ISBN-13: 978-0631200758
- Average Customer Review: 5.0 out of 5 stars See all reviews (1 customer review)
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The first edition of the Guide was widely praised for identifying 150 key recordings that should form the basis of any jazz collection, backed up by a series of detailed critical commentaries unrivalled in any competing book of its kind for their depth and critical insight. This new edition broadens the scope of the Guide , looking at recent developments and styles and suggesting almost 250 discs as the core collection. The focus of the book remains the music itself. The authors chart the issues of the sessions discussed, and introduce ideas for further listening. To the newcomer to jazz forming a basic collection, this remains the essential guide. To the more seasoned listener, the Guide offers a path through recent areas of the music, and some unexpected selections, as well as providing information and helpful critical discussion.
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In this second edition of the Guide, a group of the world's leading jazz authorities select approximately 300 of the greatest jazz recordings which would form the basis of any comprehensive collection of jazz covering all styles, periods and areas.
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It is generally accepted that jazz first developed in New Orleans in the early years of the century, and that all jazz has evolved from the version that was created there. Read the first page
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Indispensible book for both novice and seasoned enthusiasts.,
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This review is from: The Blackwell Guide to Recorded Jazz (Paperback)
Barry Kernfeld's book of recommended jazz recordings is without peer not only for its depth of coverage for individual artists and recordings, but also for its sense of historical perspective and scholarly approach. While I may consult other sources, Kernfeld et al consistently offer a more thorough and thoughtful discussion of each of the recordings it covers. Strongly recommended.
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Indispensible book for both novice and seasoned enthusiasts.,
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This review is from: The Blackwell Guide to Recorded Jazz (Paperback)
Barry Kernfeld's book of recommended jazz recordings is without peer not only for its depth of coverage for individual artists and recordings, but also for its sense of historical perspective and scholarly approach. While I may consult other sources, Kernfeld et al consistently offer a more thorough and thoughtful discussion of each of the recordings it covers. Strongly recommended.
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The title index is not completely alphabetical.,
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This review is from: The Blackwell Guide to Recorded Jazz (Paperback)
After extended use of the title index, I find that it is not well alphabetized. On page 560 for example, At a Dixie..., At the Half..., At Harmony. There are other examples.
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