history and criticism

Introduces the history and elements of jazz music with emphasis on the contributions of such famous practitioners of the art as Count Basie, Charlie Parker, Ella Fitzgerald, Woody Herman, and many others.

An introduction to African music discussing melody, rhythm and form, musical instruments, and music in traditional and contemporary African life. Includes a bibliography and discography.

A brief look at the music of nineteenth-century America showing how it reflects the history of a growing nation.

A collection of critical essays on Williams and his works. Also includes a chronology of events in his life.