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Blues: The Basics (Hardcover): Dick Weissman

Blues: The Basics (Hardcover)

Dick Weissman

Series: The Basics

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"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. The book is organized chronologically, focusing on the major eras in blues's growth and development. It opens with a chapter defining the blues form and detailing the major genres within it. Next, the author gives the beginning blues fan points on how to listen to and truly enjoy the music. The heart of the book traces blues's growth from its folk origins through early recordings of city blues singers like Ma Rainey and Bessie Smith and country blues stars like Robert Johnson and Blind Lemon Jefferson. Finally, the author gives an overview of the blues scene today. The book concludes with lists of key recordings, books, and videos.
"Blues: The" "Basics "serves as an excellent introduction to the players, the music, and the styles that make blues an enduring and well-loved musical style.

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Imprint: Routledge
Country of origin: United Kingdom
Series: The Basics
Release date: November 2004
First published: 2005
Authors: Dick Weissman
Dimensions: 198 x 129 x 19mm (L x W x T)
Format: Hardcover
Pages: 216
ISBN-13: 978-0-415-97067-9
Categories: Books > Arts & Architecture > Music > Western music, periods & styles > General
Books > Arts & Architecture > Music > Contemporary popular music > Blues
Books > Music > Contemporary popular music > Blues
Books > Music > Western music, periods & styles > General
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LSN: 0-415-97067-9
Barcode: 9780415970679

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