Includes a list of more than 100 recordings for your jazz collection








The fun and easy way to explore the world of jazz





Jazz is America's greatest music, but with over a century's worth of styles and artists, where do you begin? Relax! This hep cat's guide delivers the scoop on the masters and their music -- from Duke Ellington to Charlie Parker to Wynton Marsalis. It's just what you need to tune in to the history and musical structure of jazz and become a more savvy listener.





Discover how to


? Understand the traits and roots of jazz


? Tune in to jazz styles, from big band to bebop


? Listen to great jazz artists


? Catch a live jazz performance


? Succeed in a jazz ensemble





Praise for Jazz For Dummies





"Now you can finally know about one of . . . America's greatest contributions to world culture."


--Jon Faddis, jazz trumpeter





"Fun to read. . . . An important stepping stone to understanding this complex and profound music."


--James Moody, jazz saxophonist





"Dirk Sutro is madly in love with jazz and . . . he knows what he's talking about."


--"Chubby" Jackson, jazz bassist