Wisconsin Riffs: Jazz Profiles from the Heartland, Dietrich Kurt

Although New York City, Los Angeles, and Chicago are often considered the epicenters of American jazz, this extensive, upbeat compilation of jazz musician biographies details Wisconsins rich association the genre since its the inception of the genre in the early 1900s. Iconic musicians Bunny Berigan, Woody Herman, Les Paul, and Al Jarreau all hailed from Wisconsin, as have many other influential players, composers, and teachers. Wisconsin Riffs features these musicians side-by-side--from the world-renowned to obscure regional artists--to portray a comprehensive history of jazz in Wisconsin.