Jazz Religion, the Second Line, and Black New Orleans

by Richard Brent Turner

Book Overview

In his new book, Richard Brent Turner explores the history and contemporary significance of the popular religious traditions, identities, and performance forms celebrated in the second lines of the jazz street parades of black New Orleans. The second line is the group of dancers who follow the first procession of church and club members, brass bands, and grand marshals. Here musical and religious traditions interplay. Jazz Religion, the Second...

• Format: Paperback
• Language: English
• ISBN: 025322120X
• ISBN13: 9780253221209
• Release Date: September 2009
• Publisher: Indiana University Press
• Length: 200 Pages
• Weight: 0.80 lbs.
• Dimensions: 0.6" x 6.1" x 9.1"
• Grade Range: Postsecondary and higher