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Jazz

Jazz

Geoffrey C. Ward

Traces the history of jazz music from its origins in New Orleans through the twentieth century, and looks at the lives and contributions of some of the genre's greatest composers and performers.

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The Rough Guide to Classic Jazz

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Duke Ellington's Greatest Hits

Duke Ellington

Presents a collection of songs performed by jazz musician Duke Ellington, compiling ten of his best known tunes.

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Jazz. Episode Eight, Risk. Directed By Ken Burns

Between 1945 and 1955 jazz splinters into different camps: cool and hot, East and West, traditional and modern.

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Jazz. Episode Ten, A Masterpiece By Midnight. Directed By Ken Burns

Last of 10 episodes tracing the history of jazz from its roots in the African-American community of New Orleans to its heights and continuing presence, this video features artists Miles Davis, Wynton

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Jazz. Episode Three, Our Language. Directed By Ken Burns

One of 10 episodes tracing the history of jazz from its roots in the African-American community of New Orleans to its heights and continuing presence, this video includes the artists Bessie Smith, Bix

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Jazz. Episode Five, Swing, Pure Pleasure. Directed By Ken Burns

One of 10 episodes tracing the history of jazz from its roots in the African-American community of New Orleans to its heights and continuing presence, this video features Benny Goodman, Billie Holiday

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Jazz. Episode Seven, Dedicated to Chaos. Directed By Ken Burns

When America enters WWII in 1941, swing becomes a symbol of democracy and entertainers like Dave Brubeck, Glenn Miller and Artie Shaw take their music to the armed forces overseas.

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Jazz. Episode Nine, The Adventure. Directed By Ken Burns

Between 1955 and 1960 rhythm and blues and rock 'n roll erode jazz audiences but the music still enjoys tremendous creativity.

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Jazz. Episode Four. The True Welcome. Directed By Ken Burns

One of 10 episodes tracing the history of jazz from its roots in the African-American community of New Orleans to its heights and continuing presence.

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