The Jazz Guitar by Ashley Mark Publications, Maurice...

This is an out of print, softcover NEW Collectable Book.

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Size
Height:	11.8 in.
Width:	8.3 in.
Thickness:	0.8 in.
Weight:	40.8 oz.

An absolute must for jazz lovers and guitarists alike, this is the first book ever to be written which covers, in a definitive way, the guitar's role in jazz. The new fourth edition has been expanded to include bios of the leading jazz-rock fusion players. The main part of the book is devoted to over 250 detailed biographies of the major jazz guitarists since 1895. The collection of photographs of jazz guitarists is the finest and most complete put together under one cover. In addition, it includes a chapter listing every important jazz guitar recording ever made, and a final section, Sources Of Supply' that ensures that nearly every record, book and piece of music listed can be obtained by the reader. 8 inch. x 11-3/4 inch..
For over 38 years, Maurice J. Summerfield has played, listened to, and studied the jazz guitar. First published in 1978, his book is devoted to detailed biographies of the major jazz guitarists since 1900. Through these, and the chapter devoted to its evolution, the reader can gain a full and clear picture of the guitar's development and role in jazz throughout the 20th century.Portions of this page Copyright 1995 - 2010 Muze Inc.  All rights reserved.