This video documents the evolution of jazz. It began in 19th century New Orleans, where the slaves first introduced the rhythms of African music. Story of Jazz follows the developement of jazz music from the blending together of African rhythms, European and American folk, and classical styles. Included are performances by: Duke Ellington, Ella Fitzgerald, Charlie Parker, Willie "the Lion" Smith, Dizzy Gillespie, Jimmie Lunceford, Louis Armstrong, Charles Mingus, Count Bassie, Billie Holiday, Miles Davis, Thelonious Monk, ...
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This video documents the evolution of jazz. It began in 19th century New Orleans, where the slaves first introduced the rhythms of African music. Story of Jazz follows the developement of jazz music from the blending together of African rhythms, European and American folk, and classical styles. Included are performances by: Duke Ellington, Ella Fitzgerald, Charlie Parker, Willie "the Lion" Smith, Dizzy Gillespie, Jimmie Lunceford, Louis Armstrong, Charles Mingus, Count Bassie, Billie Holiday, Miles Davis, Thelonious Monk, John Coltrane, Gil Evans, and Sara Vaughan. Rare film clips, vintage footage, and photo's complete this indepth look at Jazz. Beth Deki, Rovi
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Add this copy of The Story of Jazz to cart. $26.95, new condition, Sold by Professional Books Service rated 5.0 out of 5 stars, ships from Dayton, OH, UNITED STATES, published 1993 by BMG Video.
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New in original shrink wrap. clor/b & w. 97 minutes. Directed by Matthew Seig. Written by Chris Albertson and Matthew Seig. This is a VHS video cassette. Performances by Duke Ellington, Willie "The Lion" Smith, Charlie Parker, Dizzy Gillespie, Louis Armstrong, Jimmy Lunceford, Charles Mingus, Count Basie, etc.
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