[JPL] The Word on Jazz

[Jackson, Bobby]

Yes, Larry...

I just interviewed author Charles Hersch who is an associate professor
of political science at Cleveland State University about his book
titled, "Subversive Sounds - Race and the Birth of Jazz in New Orleans."
A very interesting read that probes the role of race on both sides of
the city's heritage, uncovering a web of racial interconnections and
animosities that are instrumental to the creation of jazz.  

It uses oral histories, police reports, newspaper accounts and of
course, the recordings.  It talks about the neighborhoods, the night
spots, and shows how musicians such as Jelly Roll Morton, Louis
Armstrong, Nick LaRocca among others negotiated the times and the
culture to create their music and widen their audiences.

I enjoyed the read very much as well as the interview.  If you need a
contact, I can provide offline.

Aloha,

Bobby Jackson 

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I publish the Coastal Jazz Association of Savannah newsletter,
Noteworthy 
(www.coastal-jazz.org/monthlynewsletter.html).  I usually add a segment 
about newly published jazz books, called "The Word on Jazz."  Did not
put 
anything in the July issue because I didn't run across any newly
published 
books.  Does anyone have any suggestions or recommendations that I could

possibly include in the August issue?  I certainly would appreciate any
and 
all suggestions.

Thanks!

Larry

Larry Dane-Kellogg
WHCJ  90.3 FM
19 E. 64th Street
Savannah, GA  31405



Savannah Jazz Festival
September 20 - 28  2008 

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