Jazz in American Culture

Part of the "American Ways" series, this work presents the history of jazz. Looking at the music, the musicians, and the audience, it traces the emergence of jazz and follows its progress to the present, showing how it has reflected shifting American values.

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This is the first compact history of jazz to place it within broader context. With an eye on the music, the musicians, and the audience, Mr. Peretti traces the emergence of jazz and follows its progress to the present, showing how it has reflected shifting American values. Heartily recommended...accessible to a broad readership. - "Library Journal". It is part of the "American Ways" series.