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Blues: The Basics
Dick Weissman
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Description for Blues: The Basics
Paperback. Blues: The Basics gives a brief introduction to a century of the blues; it is ideal for students and interested listeners who want to learn more about this treasured American artform. Series: The Basics S. Num Pages: 216 pages. BIC Classification: AVGK. Category: (G) General (US: Trade). Dimension: 199 x 134 x 15. Weight in Grams: 268.
Blues: The Basics offers a concise introduction to a century of the blues. Organized chronologically, it focuses on the major eras in the growth and development of this popular musical style. Material includes:
- a definition of the blues and the major genres within it
- key artists such as Ma Rainey, Bessie Smith, Robert Johnson and Blind Lemon Jefferson
- key recordings
Complete with timelines and suggestions for further investigation, this fascinating overview is ideal for students and interested listeners.
Product Details
Format
Paperback
Publication date
2004
Publisher
Taylor & Francis Ltd United Kingdom
Number of pages
200
Condition
New
Series
The Basics S.
Number of Pages
216
Place of Publication
London, United Kingdom
ISBN
9780415970686
SKU
V9780415970686
Shipping Time
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Ref
99-3
About Dick Weissman
Dick Weissman was Associate Professor of Music and Music Industry Studies from 1990-2002 at the University of Colorado at Denver. He has published many books on music, notably The Music Business: Career Opportunitiesand Self-Defense, now in its third edition. He lives in Portland, OR.
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