Gioia, Ted
The Jazz Standards: A Guide to the Repertoire
- ISBN 13:
- 9780190087173
- author:
- Gioia, Ted
- format:
- Hardback
- publisher:
- Oxford University Press Inc
- language:
- English
- Publication Year:
- 2021
- Pages:
- 608
- Dimensions:
- 24.3 x 16.4 x 4.4 centimeters (1
- Genre:
- Music, General, Music,
- Condition:
- New
- Availability:
- Item usually sent within 7 working days
Description
The Jazz Standards: A Guide to the Repertoire by Ted Gioia is an in-depth guide to some of the most important jazz compositions. This updated edition features 15 additional selections, hundreds of recommended tracks, and numerous enhancements and additions throughout.
Since its first publication in 2012, The Jazz Standards has been a go-to resource for jazz enthusiasts and performers alike, with author Ted Gioia responding to feedback from the global community to expand the book's scope. This second edition includes more songs, new recordings by rising contemporary artists, and provides a listening guide to over 2,000 recordings.
suited to readers of jazz who want to know more about a tune they've heard at the club or on the radio, or for musicians looking to expand their repertoire, this book is an invaluable resource. It outlines the history and significance of key jazz standards, making it an essential companion for students learning about jazz and performers seeking to deepen their understanding of the genre.