Encyclopedia of Jazz

by Leonard G. Feather, Leonard Feather, Duke (foreword) Feather, Leonard; Ellington

Book Overview

The first appearance of Leonard Feather's Encyclopedia of Jazz was heralded by critics, musicians, and record collectors as a major contribution to the literature of jazz. Never before had America's... This description may be from another edition of this product.

• Format: Hardcover
• Language: English
• ISBN: 0517014211
• ISBN13: 9780517014219
• Release Date: December 1988
• Publisher: Random House Value Publishing
• Length: 527 Pages
• Weight: 3.70 lbs.

Customer Reviews

The Bible....

I can't think of a single REAL JAZZ MUSICIAN who has not read this book...if not they are reading it PRESENTLY!!!!!!! It is the ultimate reference guide. When the Jazz community lost Mr. Feather we lost an invaluable friend and supporter of the artform we affectionately refer to as JAZZ.

Indispensable reference

An indispensable reference for Jazz fans, especially for those interested in pre-Coltrane Jazz, like yours truly.

A Basic for Every Music Lover's library

Feather has followed jazz for scores of years primarily as an observer. His observations, braod as well as detailed are invaluable. The photographs are almost enough to make one's most interesting "coffee table book." A must have for jazz buffs.