Making the Scene by Alexander Stewart

Making the Scene by Alexander Stewart

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Demonstrates the role of big bands in the development of jazz. This book explores the 'rehearsal band' scene in New York and the rise of repertory orchestras. It combines historical research, ethnography, and participant observation with musical analysis and ethnic studies, and attempts to dismantle stereotypical views of the big band.

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Making the Scene by Alexander Stewart

Demonstrates the role of big bands in the development of jazz. This book explores the 'rehearsal band' scene in New York and the rise of repertory orchestras. It combines historical research, ethnography, and participant observation with musical analysis and ethnic studies, and attempts to dismantle stereotypical views of the big band.
"A gold mine of information.. Stewart takes his knowledge of, and observations on, the subject and weaves them into a compelling narrative." Music Educators Journal
Alex Stewart, a former freelance jazz musician, is Associate Professor of Music at the University of Vermont.
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ISBN 13 9780520249547
ISBN 10 0520249542
Title Making the Scene
Author Alexander Stewart
Condition Unavailable
Binding Type Paperback
Publisher University of California Press
Year published 2007-08-02
Number of pages 416
Cover note Book picture is for illustrative purposes only, actual binding, cover or edition may vary.