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Summary: What the critics are saying about MusicHound Jazz
Review: "A daunting two-inch tome that covers an impressivelineup." -- The Bergen Record"The best choice fornovices. All in all, it's a very good deal." -- Washington's City Paper (D.C.) "You've probably seen other jazz guides but you haven't run across anything quite like MusicHound Jazz. This comprehensive guide has it all." -- Wordsworth Books "This book is packed full of info -- you'll love it."
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Summary: More reviews ...
Review: "The writers know their stuff. A MusicHound advantage is a more personable tone to the reviews than the sometimes faceless AMG. Well-done, useful and entertaining for all levels of fans." -- Cadence: The Review of Jazz & Blues "I've never seen such a wealth of information in any jazz volume. An excellent buy." -- Jack Simpson, Jazz News "Well researched and presented, and is easy to use. As a reference book, a shopping guide or just a way to kill a few hours, this book is invaluable." -- Ink Nineteen "The wealth of information here is truly amazing. A "must-have" for any jazz collector. If you love jazz, you want this book. Highly recommended." -- Fore Word Magazine "Of great practical use to the jazz enthusiast. Will also be useful to those just discovering jazz and to those longtime fans who wish to refine their album collections." -- Independent Publisher "Helpful and easy to read. Manages to include several artists' birthdates that do not appear elsewhere giving it added strength as a reference source. Recommended." -- Library Journal
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Summary: Solid Jazz Resource
Review: As someone who is just discovering the jazz genre, I found it very helpful in pointing me in the right direction as to what makes up a good collection. Just about everyone you could think of is reviewed, plus some you didn't. If you are just getting into jazz, I highly recommend this book !!!
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Summary: EXCELLENT BOOK-MUST BUY FOR ANY JAZZ FAN
Review: As someone who is just discovering the jazz genre, I found it very helpful in pointing me in the right direction as to what makes up a good collection. Just about everyone you could think of is reviewed, plus some you didn't. If you are just getting into jazz, I highly recommend this book !!!
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Summary: Tome Sweet Tome
Review: I sometimes use this book to check out CDs after I purchase them, but like a lot of the other reviewers I notice plenty of glaring omissions like Mulgrew Miller, a great pianist and former Jazz Messenger. Also the editors have some elitist tastes. They tend to dis and underrepresent genres that they find low-brow like Lou Donaldson's funky jazz. They include a pretty good sampler CD and overall Im glad I bought this, but I probably will invest in another swollen jazz book soon.
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Summary: brookmeyer bio
Review: I started playing trombone in 1943 (age 13) -- I was with Mel's band in 1980-82--- I PLAYED w. Mulligan's CJB and wrote -- I now line in NH and teach at New England Conservatory, still working in Europe with my New Art Orchestra (Challenge Records)--- no excuse for all the errors -- my bio is at bobbrookmeyer.com on Jazz Corner. thanks -- bob brookmeyer
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Summary: Way too many albums missing
Review: I was astounded to find that a good percentage of the jazz albums in my collection aren't even mentioned in this book. With all the re-releases of classic albums of the 40's, 50's and 60's over the last couple of years, this book is sorely behind. At the time of its printing (1998), it took into account only those items in print at that time rather than reflecting the entire catalog of any given artist. Thus, a good number of recordings are completely ignored. There is some entertaining information here, but it is missing way too many albums to be considered the "Essential Album Guide".
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Summary: Nat Hentoff approves!
Review: Nat Hentoff, columnist for The New York Times and The Washington Post says that MusicHound Jazz is "the best jazz guide I've ever seen."
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Summary: Solid Jazz Resource
Review: This is a must-have reference book that is of great use to the jazz aficionado. It does have one glaring flaw, though -- not enough coverage of bossa nova and jazz influenced by Brazilian music (think of the hundreds of jazz interpretations of Jobim's compositions). For that I would recommend "The Brazilian Sound," which includes 1,000 titles in its discography.
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Summary: I couldn't put it down!
Review: This is one complete and fun to read guide to jazz albums. Very intelligent (but not overly scholarly) biographies and well stated, easy to understand reviews of albums. I have the All Music Guide and Penguin jazz books, but this one is much more accessible and interesting. I especially like the section that lists all of the 5 star albums. Any music lover would be proud to own this hefty book. And it includes a nice Blue Note CD in the back. I heartily recommend this book!
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