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A guide to jazz guitarists. It features hundreds of dossiers and discographies on every major (and not so major) jazz guitar player of note arranged in encyclopedia fashion.

Through informative essays and entries on the top 500 singers, "The Jazz Singers" covers the history of jazz singing. In addition to the top 500, this diligently researched compendium also includes entries on jazz vocal groups and a humorous section on unlikely performers who sang jazz at one time. Among the singers discussed are Louis Armstrong, Bessie Smith, Bing Crosby, Billie Holiday, Ella Fitzgerald, Frank Sinatra, Mel Tormé, , Diana ...

Each volume explores the different ways that a genre, such as jazz, has evolved naturally in different regions and "scenes" while becoming an undeniable element of American culture.

A collection of engaging essays, revealing biographical information, and insightful reviews explores the innovators, tunes, and attitudes that paved the way for all of modern jazz. Included are reviews and ratings of more than 1, 000 recordings by over 250 musicians. 40 photos.

Often called "Latin jazz" today, Afro-Cuban jazz dates back to 1947, when Cuban percussionist Chano Pozo joined Dizzy Gillespie's big band, helping to fuse bebop with Cuban folk music and rhythms. This book focuses on the jazz side of this irresistible musical mixture, covering such early figures as Tito Puente and Willie Bobo and today's leading artists. 50 photos.

Covering the gamut from Duke Ellington to Big Bad Voodoo Daddy, this complete guide includes photos and memorabilia capturing the essence of swing, plus thoughtful essays, bios, and reviews. 64 photos.

After presenting a detailed essay on the history of jazz on film and television, Yanow reviews and rates 1, 300 movies, documentaries, shorts, videos, and DVDs.