88: the Giants of Jazz Piano

88: the Giants of Jazz Piano
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Publisher : Hal Leonard Corporation
Total Pages : 370
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ISBN-10 : 1617744859
ISBN-13 : 9781617744853
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Book Synopsis 88: the Giants of Jazz Piano by : Robert L. Doerschuk

Download or read book 88: the Giants of Jazz Piano written by Robert L. Doerschuk and published by Hal Leonard Corporation. This book was released on 2001-12-01 with total page 370 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: (Book). This handsome, insightful hardcover volume delves deep into the music of 88 visionaries who have made an indelible mark on the world of jazz through their mastery of the piano's 88 keys. This engaging collection describes the intriguing personality and performance characteristics of each pianist. Seven major figures are covered in depth: Jelly Roll Morton, Earl Hines, Art Tatum, Thelonious Monk, Bud Powell, Keith Jarrett and Cecil Taylor. Other featured artists include: James P. Johnson, Count Basie, Duke Ellington, Nat "King" Cole, Oscar Peterson, Les McCann, Herbie Hancock, Dave Brubeck, Billy Taylor, McCoy Tyner, Chick Corea and 70 others, in styles ranging from stride to swing, bebop to post-bop, funk to avant garde, and more. Includes 100 photos, and a foreword by Keith Jarrett.


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