Jazzlife
A captivating visual and textual exploration of jazz culture in 1960s America by photographer William Claxton and musicologist Joachim E. Berendt. Traversing the United States, the duo documented the vibrant and diverse world of jazz - from unknown street performers to legendary figures like Charlie Parker, Duke Ellington, and Billie Holiday.
The book captures the essence of jazz, celebrating its regional diversity and universal soul. Through rapturous images and insightful texts, Jazzlife paints a rich portrait of the music makers, their environments, and the widespread impact of jazz on American society, making it a compelling slice of history and a heartfelt tribute to this unique art form.
- 8.25 lb
- 600 pages
- Printed in Slovakia
- Released on 8/17/16
- Hardcover
- ISBN: 9783836542937
- Published By Taschen
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