Description
Radio broadcasts from the Cotton Club from 1927 onwards brought national recognition to Duke Ellington and his band; recordings of his compositions - particularly Saddest Tale, Echoes of Harlem, Black and Tan Fantasy, and Mood Indigo - spread their fame internationally.
About the Author
A jazz fan since his schooldays, David Bradbury was able to talk to many musicians while he was based in New York as a British correspondent reporting on America. Now a freelance writer, he lives with his wife in North London. His book Now That's Funny! Writers on Writing Comedy, co-authored with Joe McGrath, was described as 'intelligent and enthusiastic' (Peter Bradshaw, Evening Standard) and 'a good laugh' (Arthur Smith, The Guardian).
Reviews
'David Bradbury's volume authoritatively traces the Duke's history and includes ... many photographs, some unfamiliar... A very worthy addition to Ducal literature.' -- Jim Godbolt Jazz at Ronnie Scott's
Book Information
ISBN 9781904341666
Author David Bradbury
Format Paperback
Page Count 178
Imprint Haus Publishing
Publisher Haus Publishing
Weight(grams) 680g
Dimensions(mm) 25mm * 15mm * 2mm
About the Author
A jazz fan since his schooldays, David Bradbury was able to talk to many musicians while he was based in New York as a British correspondent reporting on America. Now a freelance writer, he lives with his wife in North London. His book Now That's Funny! Writers on Writing Comedy, co-authored with Joe McGrath, was described as 'intelligent and enthusiastic' (Peter Bradshaw, Evening Standard) and 'a good laugh' (Arthur Smith, The Guardian).
Reviews
'David Bradbury's volume authoritatively traces the Duke's history and includes ... many photographs, some unfamiliar... A very worthy addition to Ducal literature.' -- Jim Godbolt Jazz at Ronnie Scott's
Book Information
ISBN 9781904341666
Author David Bradbury
Format Paperback
Page Count 178
Imprint Haus Publishing
Publisher Haus Publishing
Weight(grams) 680g
Dimensions(mm) 25mm * 15mm * 2mm
