Rutgers University Press

If you want to understand why Backstory in Blue was written in the first place, listen to George Avakian's original mono LP for the torrent and spectacle. The go to Schaap's CD for the musical... — Downbeat More…

Ultimately, this book is not so much a traditional musicology as a study in reception dynamics and the politics of authenticity. As such, it's a valuable addition to the work of folks like Charles... — Cadence More…