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Jazz ABZ : An A to Z Collection of Jazz Portraits

by Phil Schaap, Paul Rogers, Wynton Marsalis
RM22.17 MYR
Jazz ABZ : An A to Z Collection of Jazz Portraits - Thryft
Jazz ABZ : An A to Z Collection of Jazz Portraits - Thryft

Jazz legends brought to life in poetry.

This book could be an enjoyable read for anyone who loves both jazz and poetry. The unique approach of showcasing jazz performers through different poetic forms adds a refreshing twist to the traditional biography format. The dynamic artwork and nods to vintage design make it a great coffee table book as well.

Jazz ABZ : An A to Z Collection of Jazz Portraits

by Phil Schaap, Paul Rogers, Wynton Marsalis
RM22.17 MYR
ISBN: 9780763621353
Authors: Phil Schaap, Paul Rogers, Wynton Marsalis
Publisher: Candlewick Press
Date of Publication: 2005-10-25
Format: Hardcover
Related Collections: Music, Art, Biographies & Memoirs, Creative Nonfiction
Related Topics: Biography, Art, Music, Biography
Goodreads rating: 4.27
(rated by 168 readers)

Description

In a swinging improvisation with poster artist Paul Rogers, Wynton Marsalis celebrates the spirit of twenty-six stellar jazz performers, from Armstrong to Dizzy — and showcases the same number of poetic forms.A is for "almighty" Louis Armstrong, whose amazing artistry unfolds in an accumulative poem shaped like the letter he stands for. As for sax master Sonny Rollins, whose "robust style radiates roundness," could there be a better tribute than a poetic rondeau? In an extraordinary feat, Pulitzer Prize-winning jazz composer Wynton Marsalis harmonizes his love and knowledge of jazz's most celebrated artists with an astounding diversity of poetic forms — from simple blues (Count Basie) to a complex pantoum (Charlie Parker), from a tender sonnet (Sarah Vaughan) to a performance poem snapping the rhythms of Art Blakey to life. Matching Wynton Marsalis's musical cadences note for note is the bold, poster-style art of Paul Rogers, highlighted in two phenomenal foldout spreads. The art's vibrant nostalgic feel is echoed in an exquisite design, with its size simulating an old 78 LP and its endpapers die-cut to mimic a vintage record sleeve. Complete with a discography and brief biographies of the featured musicians as well as notes on the various poetic forms, this is truly an incomparable gift book — for older children learning about jazz, longtime jazz aficionados, lovers of poetry, and readers of all ages who appreciate the finest in book design. Back matter includes biographical sketches, notes on the poetic forms, and information about the author and the illustrator.
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