Jazz in American Culture

(Paperback)

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The first compact history of jazz to place it within broader context. With an eye on the music, the musicians, and the audience, Mr. Peretti traces the emergence of jazz and follows its progress to the present, showing how it has reflected shifting American values. Heartily recommended...accessible to a broad readership.O -Library Journal. American Ways Series.

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Involving...it breaks new ground...There is an important story to tell here. * Virginia Quarterly Review *
A surprisingly coherent narrative...Written in the style of good journalism makes this a pleasurable read. * American Music *

Author Bio

Burton W. Peretti teaches the humanities at Pellissippi State College. His articles on the cultural aspects of jazz have appeared in a wide variety of magazines, and he has also written The Creation of Jazz.