Description
Paperback cover has some wear and has a crease in bottom right. The pages are clean and in good condition. The binding is secure.
This vintage paperback offers a fascinating glimpse into the golden age of American popular music, the Swing and Big Band Era. Published in the latter half of the 20th century, it captures the essence of a time when the nation danced to the infectious rhythms of swing music, with its lively horns, pulsating rhythms, and captivating vocalists. This era, spanning from the 1930s to the late 1940s, saw the rise of legendary bandleaders like Benny Goodman, Glenn Miller, and Duke Ellington, whose innovative arrangements and virtuosic musicianship defined an era and influenced generations of musicians to come.
While the cover bears the signs of its age, with some wear and a crease, the interior pages remain clean and the binding secure, allowing readers to immerse themselves in the history and cultural impact of this iconic musical movement. Collectors and enthusiasts of American popular culture will appreciate the opportunity to explore the Swing and Big Band Era through this vintage publication, which serves as a time capsule, preserving the energy and spirit of an era that captivated audiences across the nation with its infectious rhythms and unforgettable melodies.