Title:
A child's introduction to jazz : the musicians, culture, and roots of the world's coolest music
Author:
Credits:
Jabari Asim ; illustrated by Jerrard K. Polk.
Additional Title(s):
Musicians, culture, & roots of the world's coolest music
Edition:
First edition.
Publication Date(s):
2022
Format:
Books
Physical Description:
95 pages : color illustrations ; 27 cm.
Series:
A child's introduction to...
Series SCL:
General Note:
"Includes a removable poster and downloadable music"--Dust jacket.
Includes index.
Contents:
Introduction. Roots and rhythm -- Early jazz -- Harlem and the beginnings of big band -- The bebop era -- The cool era -- Hard bop and other sounds -- Jazz fusion -- The eclectic era -- The new generation.
Description:
"A Child's Introduction to Jazz explores the rich history of jazz music, including profiles of famous musicians like Louis Armstrong and Billie Holliday. Written by A Child's Introduction to African American History author Jabari Asim, the book includes downloadable links throughout, to allow kids to listen along to the instruments and musical flair of jazz"-- Provided by publisher.
Reading Level:
Ages 8-12 Black Dog & Leventhal.
Added Author:
Document ID:
SD_ILS:1754054
Language:
English
