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Rhythm & Fire

A Life in Harmony with Earth, Wind & Fire

par Ralph Johnson ...

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6 heure 36 min

**"As a member of EWF during its heyday, Johnson was arguably the band’s most important member … A gentle reminiscence about a hard-driving pop act."—**Kirkus ReviewsEmbrace over fifty years of Earth, Wind & Fire through percussionist and vocalist Ralph Johnson’s profound memoir. Ralph has seen it all and, for the first time, shares the inside story of their rise to fame through uplifting music, ... En savoir plus

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**"As a member of EWF during its heyday, Johnson was arguably the band’s most important member … A gentle reminiscence about a hard-driving pop act."—**Kirkus ReviewsEmbrace over fifty years of Earth, Wind & Fire through percussionist and vocalist Ralph Johnson’s profound memoir. Ralph has seen it all and, for the first time, shares the inside story of their rise to fame through uplifting music,
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Space Is the Place

The Lives and Times of Sun Ra

par John Szwed ...

Lu par Leon Nixon ...

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16 heure 55 min

Considered by many to be a founder of Afrofuturism, Sun Ra—aka Herman Blount—was a composer, keyboardist, bandleader, philosopher, entrepreneur, poet, and self-proclaimed extraterrestrial from Saturn. He recorded over 200 albums with his Arkestra, which, dressed in Egypto-space costumes, played everything from boogie-woogie and swing to fusion and free jazz.John Szwed's Space is the Place is the ... En savoir plus

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Considered by many to be a founder of Afrofuturism, Sun Ra—aka Herman Blount—was a composer, keyboardist, bandleader, philosopher, entrepreneur, poet, and self-proclaimed extraterrestrial from Saturn. He recorded over 200 albums with his Arkestra, which, dressed in Egypto-space costumes, played everything from boogie-woogie and swing to fusion and free jazz.John Szwed's Space is the Place is the
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History of Jazz Music

par Blake Carson ...

Lu par Digital Voice Madison G ...

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3 heure 11 min

This audiobook is narrated by a digital voice.A genre born from struggle and innovation—how did jazz revolutionize music? Jazz emerged in the early 20th century, blending African rhythms, blues, and improvisation to create a unique sound. Legends like Louis Armstrong, Duke Ellington, and Miles Davis pushed jazz to new heights, influencing countless musicians. This book explores the origins of jazz ... En savoir plus

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This audiobook is narrated by a digital voice.A genre born from struggle and innovation—how did jazz revolutionize music? Jazz emerged in the early 20th century, blending African rhythms, blues, and improvisation to create a unique sound. Legends like Louis Armstrong, Duke Ellington, and Miles Davis pushed jazz to new heights, influencing countless musicians. This book explores the origins of jazz
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Was Sie schon immer über Jazz wissen wollten, Folge 3

Vom Dixieland zur Big Band im Zentrum der Musikindustrie

par Ernst Weber ...

Lu par Willi Resetarits ...

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1 heures 14 min

Am Anfang der zwanziger Jahre war der beste Jazz eindeutig in Chicago zu hören, und doch war New York bereits im Begriff, der “Toddling Town” den Rang abzulaufen. Was New York den Musikern zu bieten hatte, war nicht so sehr musikalischer, sondern eher organisatorischer Natur. Hier waren die großen Konzertagenturen zuhause, von hier aus starteten die Tourneen durch die Staaten und hierher kehrten ... En savoir plus

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Am Anfang der zwanziger Jahre war der beste Jazz eindeutig in Chicago zu hören, und doch war New York bereits im Begriff, der “Toddling Town” den Rang abzulaufen. Was New York den Musikern zu bieten hatte, war nicht so sehr musikalischer, sondern eher organisatorischer Natur. Hier waren die großen Konzertagenturen zuhause, von hier aus starteten die Tourneen durch die Staaten und hierher kehrten
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Was Sie schon immer über Jazz wissen wollten, Folge 6

Traditionelles und Nostalgisches

par Ernst Weber ...

Lu par Willi Resetarits ...

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1 heures 16 min

Die amerikanische Musikszene wurde in der zweiten Hälfte der dreißiger Jahre eindeutig vom Swing-Stil beherrscht. Die Big Bands in den Tanzhallen und die kleinen Swing-Combos in den Clubs boten nicht nur stimmungsvolle Unterhaltungsmusik, dort wie da waren auch großartige Solisten am Werk. Die Arrangements in den großen Bands ließen immer wieder auch die Stars der Ensembles zu Wort kommen, und in ... En savoir plus

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Die amerikanische Musikszene wurde in der zweiten Hälfte der dreißiger Jahre eindeutig vom Swing-Stil beherrscht. Die Big Bands in den Tanzhallen und die kleinen Swing-Combos in den Clubs boten nicht nur stimmungsvolle Unterhaltungsmusik, dort wie da waren auch großartige Solisten am Werk. Die Arrangements in den großen Bands ließen immer wieder auch die Stars der Ensembles zu Wort kommen, und in
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Alex Horne Presents The Horne Section: The Complete Series 1-3

The BBC Radio 4 comedy show

par Alex Horne ...

Lu par Alex Horne, Full Cast ...

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9 heure 3 min

Alex Horne and his special guests bring together stand-up and live music in a free-wheeling and spontaneous combination.Each episode sees Alex, his band and guests explore a different topic. These range from love to technology, the seasons to the body.In this collection of the complete series 1-3 Alex is joined by comedians including David O’Doherty, Isy Suttie, Kevin Eldon, Phill Jupitus, Matt ... En savoir plus

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Alex Horne and his special guests bring together stand-up and live music in a free-wheeling and spontaneous combination.Each episode sees Alex, his band and guests explore a different topic. These range from love to technology, the seasons to the body.In this collection of the complete series 1-3 Alex is joined by comedians including David O’Doherty, Isy Suttie, Kevin Eldon, Phill Jupitus, Matt
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Was Sie schon immer über Jazz wissen wollten, Folge 10

Die Episode des kalifornischen Jazz

par Ernst Weber ...

Lu par Willi Resetarits ...

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1 heures 17 min

Es war Anfang der 1950er Jahre, als plötzlich die kalifornische Jazzszene ins Zentrum des Interesses der Jazzliebhaber in aller Welt rückte. Ein neues Zauberwort war geboren: „West Coast Jazz“, geprägt vom Jazzkritiker Stanley Dance. Die Fachleute sind sich heute noch nicht ganz einig, ob darunter ein eigener Jazzstil zu verstehen ist oder nur ein Ableger des „Cool Jazz“, aber das ist eine rein ... En savoir plus

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Es war Anfang der 1950er Jahre, als plötzlich die kalifornische Jazzszene ins Zentrum des Interesses der Jazzliebhaber in aller Welt rückte. Ein neues Zauberwort war geboren: „West Coast Jazz“, geprägt vom Jazzkritiker Stanley Dance. Die Fachleute sind sich heute noch nicht ganz einig, ob darunter ein eigener Jazzstil zu verstehen ist oder nur ein Ableger des „Cool Jazz“, aber das ist eine rein
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Sjæl

par Disney ...

Lu par Lars Thiesgaard ...

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35 min

Joe Gardner drømmer om at blive en berømt jazzpianist. En dag ser det ud til, at hans drøm endelig går i opfyldelse, men så træder han ned i et åbent kloakhul og befinder sig pludselig på vej til Efterlivet. Kan Joe komme tilbage på Jorden igen og spille sin koncert?Filmen, som denne bog er baseret på, betragtes af mange som en af Disneys bedste film nogensinde og er elsket af børn og voksne over ... En savoir plus

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Joe Gardner drømmer om at blive en berømt jazzpianist. En dag ser det ud til, at hans drøm endelig går i opfyldelse, men så træder han ned i et åbent kloakhul og befinder sig pludselig på vej til Efterlivet. Kan Joe komme tilbage på Jorden igen og spille sin koncert?Filmen, som denne bog er baseret på, betragtes af mange som en af Disneys bedste film nogensinde og er elsket af børn og voksne over
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Prince and the Purple Rain Era Studio Sessions

1983 and 1984

par Duane Tudahl ...

Lu par Ron Butler ...

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19 heure 6 min

His journey is meticulously documented through detailed accounts of his time secluded behind the doors of the recording studio as well as his days on tour.With unprecedented access to the musicians, singers, and studio engineers who knew Prince best, including members of the Revolution and the Time, Duane Tudahl weaves an intimate saga of an eccentric genius and the people and events who helped ... En savoir plus

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His journey is meticulously documented through detailed accounts of his time secluded behind the doors of the recording studio as well as his days on tour.With unprecedented access to the musicians, singers, and studio engineers who knew Prince best, including members of the Revolution and the Time, Duane Tudahl weaves an intimate saga of an eccentric genius and the people and events who helped
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On Jazz

A Personal Journey

par Alyn Shipton ...

Lu par Alyn Shipton ...

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11 heure 16 min

Few musical genres inspire the passionate devotion of jazz. Its mystique goes far beyond the melodies and rhythms, with its key players and singers discussed by aficionados with a respect that borders on reverence. Some books on jazz offer little more than theory or dry facts, thereby relinquishing the ‘essence’ of the music. This book is different. One of the most influential and internationally ... En savoir plus

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Few musical genres inspire the passionate devotion of jazz. Its mystique goes far beyond the melodies and rhythms, with its key players and singers discussed by aficionados with a respect that borders on reverence. Some books on jazz offer little more than theory or dry facts, thereby relinquishing the ‘essence’ of the music. This book is different. One of the most influential and internationally
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Slowhand

The Life and Music of Eric Clapton

par Philip Norman ...

Lu par Peter Coates ...

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14 heure 33 min

From the bestselling author of Shout!, comes the definitive biography of Eric Clapton, a Rock legend whose life story is as remarkable as his music, which transformed the sound of a generation.For half a century Eric Clapton has been acknowledged to be one of music's greatest virtuosos, the unrivalled master of an indispensable tool, the solid-body electric guitar. His career has spanned the ... En savoir plus

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From the bestselling author of Shout!, comes the definitive biography of Eric Clapton, a Rock legend whose life story is as remarkable as his music, which transformed the sound of a generation.For half a century Eric Clapton has been acknowledged to be one of music's greatest virtuosos, the unrivalled master of an indispensable tool, the solid-body electric guitar. His career has spanned the
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Shake It, Break It and Hang It on the Wall

par Guy's All Star Shoe Band ...

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1 heures

This first and only recording of the Guy's All-Star Shoe Band features Rich Dworsky (piano), Andy Stein (violin, saxophone), Pat Donohue (guitar) and Arnie Kinsella (drums), with guest Garrison Keillor contributing vocals on several tracks. Their repertoire is an irresistible mix of timeless jazz, blues, and pop standards.Tracks:The Weary and Farewell Blues; What a Wonderful World ("The Internet ... En savoir plus

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This first and only recording of the Guy's All-Star Shoe Band features Rich Dworsky (piano), Andy Stein (violin, saxophone), Pat Donohue (guitar) and Arnie Kinsella (drums), with guest Garrison Keillor contributing vocals on several tracks. Their repertoire is an irresistible mix of timeless jazz, blues, and pop standards.Tracks:The Weary and Farewell Blues; What a Wonderful World ("The Internet
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Otis Redding

An Unfinished Life

par Jonathan Gould ...

Lu par Stefan Rudnicki ...

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17 heure 48 min

“The beloved ’60s soul titan . . . comes alive in [Jonathan] Gould’s insightful, well-researched biography.”—People“Magisterial . . . With meticulous scholarship [and] lively prose . . . Gould has created a vital book that helps contextualize one of the most important figures in pop music.”—Boston GlobeAN NPR AND ROLLING STONE BEST BOOK OF THE YEAROtis Redding remains an immortal presence ... ... En savoir plus

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“The beloved ’60s soul titan . . . comes alive in [Jonathan] Gould’s insightful, well-researched biography.”—People“Magisterial . . . With meticulous scholarship [and] lively prose . . . Gould has created a vital book that helps contextualize one of the most important figures in pop music.”—Boston GlobeAN NPR AND ROLLING STONE BEST BOOK OF THE YEAROtis Redding remains an immortal presence ...
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Better Days Will Come Again

The Life of Arthur Briggs, Jazz Genius of Harlem, Paris, and a Nazi Prison Camp

par Travis Atria ...

Lu par David Sadzin ...

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8 heure 53 min

Arthur Briggs's life was Homeric in scope. Born on the the tiny island of Grenada, he set sail for Harlem during the Renaissance, then to Europe in the aftermath of World War I, where he was among the first pioneers to introduce jazz music to the world. During the legendary Jazz Age in Paris, Briggs's trumpet provided the soundtrack while Hemingway, Fitzgerald, and the rest of the Lost Generation ... En savoir plus

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Arthur Briggs's life was Homeric in scope. Born on the the tiny island of Grenada, he set sail for Harlem during the Renaissance, then to Europe in the aftermath of World War I, where he was among the first pioneers to introduce jazz music to the world. During the legendary Jazz Age in Paris, Briggs's trumpet provided the soundtrack while Hemingway, Fitzgerald, and the rest of the Lost Generation
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Thelonious Monk

The Life and Times of an American Original

par Robin DG Kelley ...

Lu par Sean Crisden ...

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25 heure 30 min

Thelonious Monk is the critically acclaimed, gripping saga of an artist's struggle to "make it" without compromising his musical vision. It is a story that, like its subject, reflects the tidal ebbs and flows of American history in the twentieth century. To his fans, he was the ultimate hipster; to his detractors, he was temperamental, eccentric, taciturn, or childlike. His angular melodies and ... En savoir plus

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Thelonious Monk is the critically acclaimed, gripping saga of an artist's struggle to "make it" without compromising his musical vision. It is a story that, like its subject, reflects the tidal ebbs and flows of American history in the twentieth century. To his fans, he was the ultimate hipster; to his detractors, he was temperamental, eccentric, taciturn, or childlike. His angular melodies and
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Hu Kon Chhu - Gujarati Audio Book

par Dada Bhagwan, Dada Bhagwan ...

Lu par Dada Bhagwan ...

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1 heures 28 min

Who hasn't asked themselves what there is to life beyond just living? What is true purpose in life? There must be higher purpose than just living… In the Audio book "Who am I?", Gnani Purush (embodiment of Self knowledge) Dada Bhagwan describes that one's ultimate life purpose is to find an answer to the age-old unanswered question of spiritual seekers: Who am I, and who is the 'doer' of all that ... En savoir plus

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Who hasn't asked themselves what there is to life beyond just living? What is true purpose in life? There must be higher purpose than just living… In the Audio book "Who am I?", Gnani Purush (embodiment of Self knowledge) Dada Bhagwan describes that one's ultimate life purpose is to find an answer to the age-old unanswered question of spiritual seekers: Who am I, and who is the 'doer' of all that
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Everything You Need to Know About Jazz Music

par Emily Sorrel ...

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4 heure 7 min

From its vibrant roots in New Orleans to its global evolution today, jazz has remained one of the most influential and ever-evolving genres in the world of music. In Everything You Need to Know About Jazz Music, Emily Sorrel takes you on an engaging journey through jazz’s rich history, tracing its transformation from its humble beginnings in the early 20th century to its current groundbreaking ... En savoir plus

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From its vibrant roots in New Orleans to its global evolution today, jazz has remained one of the most influential and ever-evolving genres in the world of music. In Everything You Need to Know About Jazz Music, Emily Sorrel takes you on an engaging journey through jazz’s rich history, tracing its transformation from its humble beginnings in the early 20th century to its current groundbreaking
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Jaco

The Extraordinary and Tragic Life of Jaco Pastorius

par Bill Milkowski ...

Lu par Michael Butler Murray ...

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15 heure

A fitting tribute to the troubled genius who revolutionized electric bass playing and bridged the gaps between jazz, R&B, rock, and funk.From his early days in R&B club bands through his international stardom with fusion group Weather Report and on to his solo career and tragic death at age thirty-five, this book portrays the life and music of Jaco Pastorius, the self-proclaimed "world's greatest ... En savoir plus

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A fitting tribute to the troubled genius who revolutionized electric bass playing and bridged the gaps between jazz, R&B, rock, and funk.From his early days in R&B club bands through his international stardom with fusion group Weather Report and on to his solo career and tragic death at age thirty-five, this book portrays the life and music of Jaco Pastorius, the self-proclaimed "world's greatest
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Jazz : Comment un son rebelle né aux États-Unis a changé la musique à jamais

par Stanislas Pons ...

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2 heure 15 min

Née de la ségrégation, cette révolution sonore afro-américaine a redéfini l'histoire de la musique et la liberté. Loin du mythe romantique, cette résistance culturelle s'est traduite par des choix esthétiques radicaux face à une injustice brutale.Idéal pour transformer votre trajet quotidien en une immersion captivante, ce récit historique vibrant vous plonge au cœur de l'intensité expressive des ... En savoir plus

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Née de la ségrégation, cette révolution sonore afro-américaine a redéfini l'histoire de la musique et la liberté. Loin du mythe romantique, cette résistance culturelle s'est traduite par des choix esthétiques radicaux face à une injustice brutale.Idéal pour transformer votre trajet quotidien en une immersion captivante, ce récit historique vibrant vous plonge au cœur de l'intensité expressive des
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Sonny Sunshine

par Beat Poet Experience ...

Lu par Dave O'Kelly ...

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1 heures 11 min

Sonny Sunshine the new Album by the Beat Poet Experience is formed around the poetry and dynamism of performance artist David O'Kelly. Paying more than a passing nod to the Beat Poets of the 60's it embraces warmly all that we love and hate about ourselves with a wry twist of phrase and some of the hottest jazz licks this side of New Orleans ...Reflecting the major works of Beat writing ALA Allen ... En savoir plus

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Sonny Sunshine the new Album by the Beat Poet Experience is formed around the poetry and dynamism of performance artist David O'Kelly. Paying more than a passing nod to the Beat Poets of the 60's it embraces warmly all that we love and hate about ourselves with a wry twist of phrase and some of the hottest jazz licks this side of New Orleans ...Reflecting the major works of Beat writing ALA Allen
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Brief History of Jazz, A: The Music That Changed the World

par Michael Dorsey ...

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1 heures 50 min

Discover how marginalized musicians forged an improvisational language of resistance to birth modern music history. Perfect for an inspiring commute, this rhythmic journey traces the evolution of sound from West African polyrhythms to the bustling streets of New Orleans. Feel the raw emotion of a cultural revolution as visionary artists transform sorrow into an unstoppable global force.Whether you ... En savoir plus

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Discover how marginalized musicians forged an improvisational language of resistance to birth modern music history. Perfect for an inspiring commute, this rhythmic journey traces the evolution of sound from West African polyrhythms to the bustling streets of New Orleans. Feel the raw emotion of a cultural revolution as visionary artists transform sorrow into an unstoppable global force.Whether you
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Breve historia de Nueva Orleans: 300 años de jazz, inundaciones y supervivencia

par Arturo Pascual ...

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2 heure 20 min

Explora tres siglos de historia y supervivencia donde el jazz y las inundaciones forjaron una cultura indomable. Sumérgete en este relato evocador y dramático, ideal para transformar tu trayecto diario en un viaje en el tiempo hacia el delta del Misisipi. Acompaña a una urbe que ha desafiado a la naturaleza y a la opresión social para mantener vivo su latido.Siente la tensión constante de un ... En savoir plus

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Explora tres siglos de historia y supervivencia donde el jazz y las inundaciones forjaron una cultura indomable. Sumérgete en este relato evocador y dramático, ideal para transformar tu trayecto diario en un viaje en el tiempo hacia el delta del Misisipi. Acompaña a una urbe que ha desafiado a la naturaleza y a la opresión social para mantener vivo su latido.Siente la tensión constante de un
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Time Lines

The Life and Music of Andrew Hill

par Michael J. West ...

Lu par Shamaan Casey ...

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12 heure

Andrew Hill occupies a unique niche in jazz history: Too iconoclastic to be part of the mainstream, he was initially marketed as part of the “second wave” avant-garde in the 1960s, yet he was too structured and anchored in the tradition to fit comfortably there. He often found himself on the periphery of the jazz world, only properly recognized and honored in the late 1990s.Notwithstanding his ... En savoir plus

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Andrew Hill occupies a unique niche in jazz history: Too iconoclastic to be part of the mainstream, he was initially marketed as part of the “second wave” avant-garde in the 1960s, yet he was too structured and anchored in the tradition to fit comfortably there. He often found himself on the periphery of the jazz world, only properly recognized and honored in the late 1990s.Notwithstanding his
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A Classic Interview with Music Icon Brian Wilson

par Brian Wilson ...

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18 min

Brian Douglas Wilson (June 20, 1942 - June 11, 2025) was an American musician, songwriter, singer, and record producer who co-founded the Beach Boys. Often called a genius for his novel approaches to pop composition and mastery of recording techniques, he is widely acknowledged as one of the most innovative and significant songwriters of the 20th century. His best-known work is distinguished for ... En savoir plus

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Brian Douglas Wilson (June 20, 1942 - June 11, 2025) was an American musician, songwriter, singer, and record producer who co-founded the Beach Boys. Often called a genius for his novel approaches to pop composition and mastery of recording techniques, he is widely acknowledged as one of the most innovative and significant songwriters of the 20th century. His best-known work is distinguished for
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