Oxford University Press

A brilliantly researched, vivid portrait of the great trumpeter, which covers a golden era from 1929 to 1947 — The Independent More…

This becomes the most useful book on Mulligan so far, and an appropriate celebration of his unique contribution — Jazzwise More…

In the centenary year of Bird's birth, Martin adds a welcome, solid piece of musical scholarship. Highly recommended. Upper-division undergraduates through faculty; professionals — Choice More…

In this vital and accessible exploration of the recordings of Andy Kirk and His Clouds of Joy, George Burrows challenges readers to examine how the construct of "racial authenticity" negatively... — ARSC Journal More…

I've now read Cooke's account twice, always with the music to hand, and it's revelatory. Jazz studies of this quality are still rare, but quite a few of them are in the same Oxford series, which... — Jazz Journal More…

Those with limited dance background will find that the book is accessible and offers plentiful photographs throughout...An invaluable resource for those interested in tap dance from the Harlem... — Choice More…

Review from previous edition 'a fascinating collection ... it's pretty damn entertaining — MOJO More…

I'm sure that this most worthy book will fulfil the needs of Brubeck students and neophytes — Jazz Journal More…

John Coltrane and Black America's Quest for Freedom is a thorough investigation of John Coltrane's music via the artist, and the artist via his culture, not in an effort to solidify notions... — Black Grooves More…