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The early swing era of jazz, from 1930 to 1941, represents both an extension of developments of the previous decade and an introduction of new tendencies that influenced subsequent periods of jazz history. Major big bands and individual artists established important styles that brought wide popularity to the music, while small groups created innovative approaches that determined the directions jazz would take in the years to come. This was a time marked by colorful band leaders, flashy instrumental soloists, showy orchestras, and engaging singers, and Oliphant's reference guide to this period is an invaluable source of information on its artists, methods, innovations, and recordings. Directing readers to outstanding performances available on compact disc, it serves not only as a scholarly historical and cultural overview, but also as a helpful guide for the layman. Organized in a biographical format, the volume discusses many individuals and groups that have not been considered so fully before, and provides a critical assessment of a major period in American music. ... Read more

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20 Dance Band Greats. EZ Play for instand enjoyment. ... Read more

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This digital document is an article from Dance Magazine, published by Thomson Gale on May 1, 2007. The length of the article is 974 words. The page length shown above is based on a typical 300-word page. The article is delivered in HTML format and is available in your Amazon.com Digital Locker immediately after purchase. You can view it with any web browser.

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Title: From star to swing: following the work means heading up to "the Heights.".(On Broadway)
Author: Sylviane Gold
Publication: Dance Magazine (Magazine/Journal)
Date: May 1, 2007
Publisher: Thomson Gale
Volume: 81Issue: 5Page: 74(2)

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This digital document is an article from Dance Magazine, published by Thomson Gale on October 1, 2005. The length of the article is 1494 words. The page length shown above is based on a typical 300-word page. The article is delivered in HTML format and is available in your Amazon.com Digital Locker immediately after purchase. You can view it with any web browser.

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Title: The swing shift: Broadway depends on an unsung cadre of dancers who cover the many tracks that make up a hit. Meet the performers who make sure the show goes on.
Author: Sylviane Gold
Publication: Dance Magazine (Magazine/Journal)
Date: October 1, 2005
Publisher: Thomson Gale
Volume: 79Issue: 10Page: 58(4)

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