Blues: The Basics

Dick Weissman
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Blues: The Basics offers a concise introduction to a century of the blues. Organized chronologically, it focuses on the major eras in the growth and development of this popular musical style. Material includes:

  • a definition of the blues and the major genres within it
  • key artists such as Ma Rainey, Bessie Smith, Robert Johnson and Blind Lemon Jefferson
  • key recordings

Complete with timelines and suggestions for further investigation, this fascinating overview is ideal for students and interested listeners.



Binding Type: Paperback
Publisher: Routledge
Published: 10/26/2004
ISBN: 9780415970686
Pages: 206
Weight: 0.58lbs
Size: 7.84h x 5.30w x 0.56d

Review Citations: Choice 10/01/2006 pg. 308