Harker, Brian
Louis Armstrong's Hot Five and Hot Seven Recordings
- ISBN 13:
- 9780195388404
- author:
- Harker, Brian
- format:
- Paperback
- publisher:
- Oxford University Press, U.S.A.
- language:
- English
- Publication Year:
- 2011
- Pages:
- 208
- Dimensions:
- 14 x 1.3 x 21 centimetres (0.32
- Genre:
- Music, History & Criticism, Music,
- Condition:
- New
- Availability:
- Item usually sent within 10 working days
Description
Louis Armstrong's Hot Five and Hot Seven Recordings by Brian Harker provides a unique perspective on the seminal jazz recordings made in the late 1920s. By examining seven exceptional records, including "Cornet Chop Suey" and "West End Blues", this book sheds light on the context of vaudeville and show business that influenced Armstrong's artistic development. The author reveals how the demands of making a living in a competitive environment catalysed Armstrong's unique gifts, and how technical achievements such as virtuosity and harmonic improvisation were shaped by his profession. This study offers a fresh insight into the significance of these recordings, challenging the traditional view that early listeners missed the true essence of Armstrong's music. With its focus on the historical record and the world of vaudeville, this book is an essential resource for jazz historians and anyone interested in understanding the evolution of American music.
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