Manhattan's Musical Heritage
Download or Read eBook Manhattan's Musical Heritage PDF written by Tara Preston and published by Arcadia Publishing. This book was released on 2005 with total page 136 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle.
| Author | : Tara Preston |
| Publisher | : Arcadia Publishing |
| Total Pages | : 136 |
| Release | : 2005 |
| ISBN-10 | : 0738544507 |
| ISBN-13 | : 9780738544502 |
| Rating | : 4/5 (07 Downloads) |
Book Synopsis Manhattan's Musical Heritage by : Tara Preston
Book excerpt: Manhattan is an important site in the evolution of all the major innovations in American music, ranging from vaudeville and big bands to folk music, modern jazz, and rock and roll. Manhattan's Musical Heritage, a fascinating postcard history, takes readers on a journey back in time and place to the scenes of seminal musical events and performances. Individual musical greats from Al Jolson to John Lennon are featured, as this book details the locations forever associated with their lives and careers. Armchair travelers and those who enjoy walks in the streets of Manhattan will find this volume useful in discovering the amazing musical history of this special place.
