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BOOK: Afro-Cuban Jazz : Third Ear – The Essential Listening Companion by Scott Yanow. 500 Recordings Reviewed (BOOK)
Through anecdotal biographies and evocative photos, this book by jazz author extraordinaire Scott Yanow portrays every key Afro-Cuban Jazz innovator past and present, plus other jazz artists influenced by this infectious music. Also includes reviews and ratings of recordings that make (or don“t make) the cut, and essays packed with historical insight not found in other guides. Musicians covered include: Tito Puente, Cal Tjader, Willie Bobo, Machito, Poncho Sanchez, Chucho Valdes, Arturo Sandoval, Mongo Santamaria, Gato Barbieri, Eddie Palmieri, and many more. 500 Recordingss reviewed & rated.
“This is the largest and most comprehensive book on Afro-Cuban Jazz that I’ve ever seen!” — Poncho Sanchez.
Paperback: 214 pages
Published December, 2000
Within the biographical entries are listings of recommended recordings on CD. In cases where an artist`s music is not yet available on CD, Yanow furnishes out-of-print LPs worth searching for. There is also a “Various Artists” list, a useful way to get a feel for a variety of performers.
This is valuable. Especially for those unfamiliar with this music, Afro-Cuban Jazz should prove to be an indispensable resource. Recommended for public, academic, and music libraries
Excellent introduction to the style
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