History of Jazz

A well-written, widely-researched, enjoyable read for both fans and scholars of jazz
Features descriptions of all the important players and places in jazz history Begins with the earliest roots of jazz and concludes in the present

New to this Edition:
Covers the leading jazz instrumentalists of the decade since the first edition´s publication
Explores how changes in technology and distribution have affected the music
Addresses in greater detail "Smooth Jazz," jazz-oriented hip-hop and other controversial subgenres
Provides more insight into the economic underpinnings of jazz
Expands the focus on jazz outside of the United States