The Story of the Blues

The Story of the Blues
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Publisher : UPNE
Total Pages : 292
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ISBN-10 : 155553354X
ISBN-13 : 9781555533540
Rating : 4/5 (540 Downloads)

Book Synopsis The Story of the Blues by : Paul Oliver

Download or read book The Story of the Blues written by Paul Oliver and published by UPNE. This book was released on 1998 with total page 292 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Featuring over 200 vintage photographs and a new introduction by the author, the engaging, informative volume brings to life the African American singers and players who created this rich genre of music as well as the settings and experiences that inspired them. The author deftly traces the evolution of the blues from the work songs of slaves, to acoustic country ballads, to urban sounds, to electric rhythm and blues bands. Oliver vividly re-creates the economic, social, and regional forces that shaped the unique blues tradition, and superbly details every facet of the music, including themes and subjects, techniques, and recording history.


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