Strayhorn: An Illustrated Life
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| Rating | : | 4.47 (754 Votes) |
| Asin | : | 1932841989 |
| Format Type | : | paperback |
| Number of Pages | : | 208 Pages |
| Publish Date | : | 2013-03-16 |
| Language | : | English |
DESCRIPTION:
Released in commemoration of Strayhorn's centennial, this luxurious coffee-table book offers intimate details of the composer's life from musicians, scholars, and Strayhorn's closest relatives.Perhaps best known for his 28-year collaborative role as Duke Ellington's "writing and arranging companion," Strayhorn has emerged in recent years as an even more meritorious force in shaping the jazz canon. Strayhorn: An Illustrated Life is a stunning collection of essays, photographs, and ephemera celebrating Billy Strayhorn, one of the most significant yet under-appreciated contributors to 20th century American music. Enthralling and visually captivating, Strayhorn: An Illustrated Life lauds a b
Annonymous said This is a wonderfully rich compilation of information about a genius musician who. This is a wonderfully rich compilation of information about a genius musician who deserved such a publication. Thank you for the offering.. "Five Stars" according to Dosh R. Jackson. A very well laid out story. Five Stars W Potter Great artist interesting life.
Petrucelli, ExaminerPraise for Billy Strayhorn:"Billy Strayhorn was always the most unselfish, the most patient, and the most imperturbable, no matter how dark the day. Romanyshyn, Library Journal, starred review"A stunning collection of essays, photographs and ephemera celebrating the legend. Packed with photographs, sheet music and recollections from Strayhorn’s many friends, this book will make you want to listen to the great man’s music." June Thomas, The Book Reader, NY 1 Time Warner Cable News"A luxuriously illustrated new book is dedicated to the story of one of jazz’s most influential, yet overlooked, artists." Michael Ruscoe, BookTrib"Readers with even the slightest interest in jazz will be delighted with the endlessly fascinating array of visual treats and star-studded reminiscences that tenderly pay tribute to an often overlooked yet extremely important figure in jazz history.” E