Ella Fitzgerald
A Biography of the First Lady of Jazz, Updated Edition
1st Edition
Published on 17. June 2004
Book
Paperback/Softback
368 pages
978-0-415-97119-5 (ISBN)
Description
Stuart Nicholson's biography of Ella Fitzgerald is considered a classic in jazz literature. Drawing on original documents, interviews, and new information, Nicholson draws a complete picture of Fitzgerald's professional and personal life. Fitzgerald rose from being a pop singer with chart-novelty hits in the late '30s to become a bandleader and then one of the greatest interpreters of American popular song. Along with Billie Holiday, she virtually defined the female voice in jazz, and countless others followed in her wake and acknowledged her enormous influence. Also includes two 8-page inserts.
Reviews / Votes
"That rarity among jazz biographies--a thoroughly researched and carefully considered study that is also a delightful read." -- Downbeat"Erudite and intelligent." -- Kirkus Reviews
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Language
English
Place of publication
London
United Kingdom
Publishing group
Taylor & Francis Ltd
Target group
General and Professional Practice & Development
Illustrations
31 s/w Abbildungen, 31 s/w Photographien bzw. Rasterbilder
31 Halftones, black and white; 31 Illustrations, black and white
Dimensions
Height: 229 mm
Width: 152 mm
Thickness: 21 mm
Weight
536 gr
ISBN-13
978-0-415-97119-5 (9780415971195)
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Person
Stuart Nicholson is a celebrated jazz writer. He is the author of several award-winning books, including a biography of Billie Holiday and a history of Jazz-Rock. He has contributed to major newspapers, from the New YorkTimes to the Manchester Guarding , and major jazz publications including Downbeat 0 and Jazz Times . He lives in Woodlands St.-Mary, Berkshire, England.
Content
Preface Prologue 1. 1917-1930 2. 1931-1935 3. 1935 4. 1935-1938 5. 1938-1942 6. 1942-1946 7. 1946-1947 8. 1947-1949 9. 1949-1952 10. 1952-1955 11. 1955-1957 12. 1957-1959 13. 1960-1966 14. 1964-1972 15. 1972-1978 16. 1978-1993 Notes Discography Index