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A child's introduction to jazz : the musicians, culture, and roots of the world's coolest music / Jabari Asim ; illustrated by Jerrard K. Polk.

Asim, Jabari, 1962- (author.). Polk, Jerrard K., (illustrator.).

Summary:

"A Child's Introduction to Jazz explores the rich history of jazz music, including profiles of famous musicians like Louis Armstrong and Billie Holliday. Written by A Child's Introduction to African American History author Jabari Asim, the book includes downloadable links throughout, to allow kids to listen along to the instruments and musical flair of jazz"-- Provided by publisher.

Record details

  • ISBN: 0762479418
  • ISBN: 9780762479412
  • Physical Description: 95 pages : color illustrations ; 27 cm.
  • Edition: First edition
  • Publisher: New York, NY : Black Dog & Leventhal, 2022.

Content descriptions

General Note:
"Includes a removable poster and downloadable music"--Dust jacket.
Includes index.
Formatted Contents Note:
Introduction. Roots and rhythm -- Early jazz -- Harlem and the beginnings of big band -- The bebop era -- The cool era -- Hard bop and other sounds -- Jazz fusion -- The eclectic era -- The new generation.
Target Audience Note:
Ages 8-12 Black Dog & Leventhal.
Subject:
Jazz musicians > Juvenile literature.
Jazz > History and criticism > Juvenile literature.
Musicians > Juvenile literature.
Genre:
Creative nonfiction.
Illustrated works.
Informational works.

Available copies

  • 22 of 23 copies available at NC Cardinal. (Show)
  • 1 of 1 copy available at Madison County Public Library.

Holds

  • 0 current holds with 23 total copies.
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Mars Hill Library J 781.65 ASI (Text) 30229101276391 Juvenile Nonfiction Available -