Publisher's Synopsis
An inclusive, contextual, and student-friendly way to discover the whole world of jazz
REVEL(TM) for Discover Jazz presents an inclusive overview of the history of jazz, with balanced coverage of the contributions of men and women from around the world. Emphasizing the importance of context, authors John Edward Hasse and Tad Lathrop present the story of jazz not as a simple narrative, but as a series of encounters among musicians, historical events, musical influences, and social forces. Student-friendly and engaging, REVEL for Discover Jazz gives readers the tools they need to actively listen to - and to build their own relationships with - this great American art form.
