Listening to Jazz | 2 Edition

Details about Listening to Jazz:

Listening to Jazz offers the most engaging introduction to the rich history and culture of jazz. Featuring coverage of all standard periods and genres--including a solid focus on contemporary jazz and ample coverage of Latin musicians and women in jazz--this text helps students understand how jazz evolved and how its various styles intersect and blend. Through in-depth listening guides and a narrative that addresses both social history and performance practice, students learn how to listen to and appreciate jazz in all its many forms.For a truly rich learning experience, use the Listening to Jazz enhanced eBook. Access to the enhanced eBook is included with all new copies of the printed text and is also available for separate purchase.