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The Jazz & The Blues by G. Arthur Woods	G. Arthur Woods has put together a tightly-knit, well-crafted novel involving jazz and blues music! The central character of this involved novel is a 30-year-old accountant named Arthur Combs whose poetry and song writings include "Beatnik Drive," "Greasy Spoons," "A Carolina Kiss," "Slip Shot Sam," among others, and which appear at the conclusion of the novel as a... (Non-Fiction)
Book Review by Lee Prosser

Jazz Guitar Workshop by Charlie Byrd & John Griggs	I liked this guitar instruction book because it had a lot of useful information and songs to play. The information is to the point, easy to follow, and interesting. The learning experience offered is worthwhile. The CD contents include the songs "Dengozo," "Farewell Blues," "El Choclo," "The Sheik of Araby," "Estrellita," and "I Cried for... (Musical Instruction)
Book Review by Lee Prosser

Easiest Guitar Theory Book by Rob Goldsmith	Rob Goldsmith has put together a creative approach to learning guitar theory with his EASIEST GUITAR THEORY BOOK. It is clearly written and explains material in a straight-forward manner that is highly readable. Following the introduction and the building blocks, there is detailed material on scales, chords, and inversions. Also covered is arpeggios, larger chords, and... (Musical Instruction)
Book Review by Lee Prosser

A CALL TO ASSEMBLY -- the Autobiography of a Musical Storyteller by Willie Ruff	One of the most highly respected horn and bass players in jazz, Willie Ruff has put together a remarkable autobiography. It comes alive with feeling, and there is a sense of sharing that Willie Ruff gives the reading audience which makes the book enjoyable reading. The book contains many photographs. Some years ago, when this fine... (Autobiography)
Book Review by Lee Prosser

Hit Me Fred: Recollections of a Sideman by Fred Wesley, Jr.	Fred Wesley is a legendary funk, soul, and jazz musician. A composer and trombone player, he moved jazz into funk and soul, making them even more funky and soulful. He was the leader of the James Brown band from 1968 - 1975. In the 1990s he toured with Pee Wee Ellis and Maceo Parker before forming his own... (Biography)
Book Review by Lee Prosser

The Musician's Ultimate Picture Chord Encyclopedia by David K. Atkinson	Compiled by David K. Atkinson, THE MUSICIAN'S ULTIMATE PICTURE CHORD ENCYCLOPEDIA is a classic of its kind. It is the type of instruction book that guitarists need as a ready and handy reference. Large paperback format, easy to hold, easy to turn pages, clear photographs and illustrations, this book lacks nothing...it is all there, for you, the... (Musical Instruction)
Book Review by Lee Prosser

Jazz and Death: Medical Profiles of Jazz Greats by Dr. Frederick J. Spencer, M.D.	JAZZ AND DEATH: MEDICAL PROFILES OF JAZZ GREATS by Frederick J. Spencer, M.D. is a chilling and entertaining look at what caused the deaths of great jazz musicians. Highly detailed and accurate, the book contains 33 b&w illustrations and an index. This is an essential reference source and should be placed in every public library available,... (Non-Fiction)
Book Review by Lee Prosser

American Harmonica Associates Newsmagazine by Al Eichler, editor	If you love reading about the harmonica, then please check out editor Al Eichler's fine "American Harmonica Associates Newsmagazine," a collection of material devoted to the harmonica, and published on a monthly basis. Al Eichler is the author of THE BIG-X ON HARP (ISBN 0-75963-034-8) which is available from 1st Books Library at www.1stbooks.com or telephone orders at... (Musical Instruction)
Book Review by Lee Prosser

Essential Jazz Lines in the Style of Bill Evans by Corey Christiansen and Per Danielsson	I enjoyed playing around on my piano with ESSENTIAL JAZZ LINES IN THE STYLE OF BILL EVANS, and the accompanying play-along CD was both enjoyable and instructive. This instruction book also contains 3 pages of blank music for those who wish to write down variations of their own, or to experiment with phrasing. There is a... (Musical Instruction)
Book Review by Lee Prosser

Mel Bay's Music Essentials: Basic Music Theory For All Instruments by Charles Chapman	Charles Chapman is a professor in the guitar department at Berklee College of Music where he has taught since 1972. A well-known writer, he has over 400 published articles and reviews in such magazines as "Downbeat," "All About Jazz," Acoustic Guitar," among numerous others. His latest instruction paperback, MEL BAY'S MUSIC ESSENTIALS: BASIC MUSIC THEORY FOR ALL... (Musical Instruction)
Book Review by Lee Prosser

A Jazz Odyssey by Oscar Peterson	I have always enjoyed the firstrate piano performances of Oscar Peterson, and now I can enjoy his firstrate autobiography, edited by Richard Palmer. A JAZZ ODYSSEY is a reading experience that will move you with its detail, blunt honesty, and touches of humor. Born in Montreal, Canada in 1925, Oscar Peterson became one of Canada's greatest... (Fiction)
Book Review by Lee Prosser

An Unsung Cat by Safford Chamberain	An Unsung Cat..The Life And Music Of Warne Marsh by Safford Chamberlain, Scarecrow Press Safford Chamberlain has amassed ten Years of research into the complex life of Warne Marsh, the underrated and (unsung) Tenor Saxophonist and as a result has penned a fascinating book which traces Marsh's beginnings in Los Angeles to his alliance with Lennie Tristano, the blind... (Non-Fiction)
Book Review by John Gilbert

An Approach To Jazz Piano (Volume 1) by Charles Austin	Charles Austin has put together a fine book which covers the approaches to learning to play jazz piano, including chords, scales, voicings, progressions, style, function, application, and improvisation. There are 53 clearly written chapters in the book, and each covers its subject matter in-depth. Easy to locate material, the index is an additional guide geared to the... (Musical Instruction)
Book Review by Lee Prosser

Mel Bay's Getting Into Jazz Guitar by Jackie King	If you have heard Jackie King perform on guitar, you know he has a unique jazz sound. In his book, MEL BAY'S GETTING INTO JAZZ GUITAR, you will discover techniques for playing jazz guitar given in clear illustrations by King. A 76 track CD comes with the book, and it is a solid, hands-on reference to... (Musical Instruction)
Book Review by Lee Prosser

Jazz Ancedotes by Bill Crow	My monthly trip to the jazz section in one of the better-known bookstores was quite productive last week. Fascinated with jazz trivia, I came across �Jazz Anecdotes� by bassist and writer, Bill Crow, 1990 Oxford University Press. Not many jazz enthusiasts would be disappointed with the delightful vignettes Crow has gathered from various interviews, biographies, autobiographies and the collection... (Non-Fiction)
Book Review by Unknown User

Mel Bay's Getting Into Jazz Fusion Guitar by Scott Miller	For those interested in learning to perform and play well the techniques of jazz fusion guitar, Scott Miller's new instruction book titled MEL BAY'S GETTING INTO JAZZ FUSION GUITAR will prove to be an enjoyable learning adventure. Clearly written and with insightful approaches, it makes what could be a difficult learning situation easy and entertaining. Music theory... (Musical Instruction)
Book Review by Lee Prosser

Fats Waller: The Cheerful Little Earful by Alyn Shipton	Fats Waller (1904 -1943) remains a legendary stride pianist and composer, and although he died at a young age, his legacy of recordings remains as a testament to his unique style. Most critics consider Waller the greatest of the Harlem stride pianists, and he is credited with composing hundreds of songs, creator of several Broadway shows, and leader... (Biography)
Book Review by Lee Prosser

A Concise Guide To Musical Terms by John Robert Brown	John Robert Brown has put together a remarkable little text for musicians. Handy, small and compact, this book can go with you anywhere. Accurate, it gives the reader from A through Z cross-references and explanations. For example: guimbarde is the French word for Jew's harp. There are many words, phrases, terms, expressions, identifications, and... (Musical Instruction)
Book Review by Lee Prosser

The Encyclopedia of the Harmonica by Peter Krampert	When I first looked at Peter Krampert's THE ENCYCLOPEDIA OF THE HARMONICA I was amazed at how much accurate and detailed information is packed into this 220 page large paperback. It is filled with photographs of the great artists who play or have played in the past on the harmonica. A look at the table of... (Musical Instruction)
Book Review by Lee Prosser

Blues Grooves for Harmonica by Doc Span & Ross Williams	BLUES GROOVES FOR HARMONICA by Doc Span and Ross Williams is a topnotch introduction on how to learn blues for the harmonica. It comes with a detailed 28-page book. The book gives a brief history of the harmonica, a discussion of rock, funk, rhythm, blues, elements of music, tone, harmony, melody, tips for tongue blocking, approaches to dynamics,... (Musical Instruction)
Book Review by Lee Prosser

Essential Jazz Lines in the Style of Bill Evans by Corey Christiansen & Per Danielsson	Fans of the late Bill Evans will find this guitar instruction book with CD an enjoyable learning experience. It captures the essence of the Bill Evans piano stylings. Turnarounds and vamps are covered in detail as are chords. A lot of material is presented, and it should prove to be a good investment for beginning and experienced... (Musical Instruction)
Book Review by Lee Prosser

Barry Galbraith Guitar Solos: Thirteen Standards by Compiled by Jim Lichens	Jim Lichens deserves congratulations on compiling these thirteen standards as arranged by Barry Galbraith. The book comes with a CD which adds to the enjoyment of the songs presented. Barry Galbraith's guitar solos include the following intricate arrangements: "For All We Know," "Darn That Dream," "My Funny Valentine," "Alone Together," "I Can't Get Started," "As Time... (Musical Instruction)
Book Review by Lee Prosser

Ragtime Guitar by Stefan Grossman	Featured as part of the Mel Bay Stefan Grossman's Guitar Workshop Audio Series, RAGTIME GUITAR delivers and lives up to its name as an excellent textbook. There is also an explanation of the Tab System for guitarists which is of special merit and usefulness. Explanations and examples highlight this book. There are 3 CDs which accompany... (Musical Instruction)
Book Review by Lee Prosser

Adventures in Jazz by Willie Myette	Willie Myette is one of the contemporary pioneers for music instruction for young children with the JazzKids music program. ADVENTURES IN JAZZ is designed for the child and his family, a sound basis for jazz introduction and to promote an interest in jazz. There are 15 selections in the instruction book, and for those parents interested in... (Musical Instruction)
Book Review by Lee Prosser

Six Essential Fingerings for the Jazz Guitarist by Jimmy Bruno	Jimmy Bruno gives a fine introduction followed by detailed explanations of the major scales, practice tips, dorian modes, mixolydian mode, natural minor scales, harmonic minor scales, melodic minor scales, and a conclusion. This book will connect with jazz guitarists with its direct and open approach to instruction. Educational and helpful, Jimmy Bruno has given guitarists something... (Musical Instruction)
Book Review by Lee Prosser

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