Джаз. Энциклопедический справочник

This publication contains more than 1000 names of musicians who have shaped the contemporary art of jazz. The encyclopedic reference book is not a simple listing of facts in the lives of musicians. The author gives his assessment of their activities, independently determining their place in the rich and rather intricate history of jazz styles. The given discography allows the reader to get an idea of the main periods in the life of each performer. A great place is given to Russian musicians, whose merits in creating a jazz aura in our country (their region, city) are undeniable. The book contains many rare photographs.