Jazz & Blues Encyclopedia New & Expanded Edition

“Jazz & Blues Encyclopedia New & Expanded Edition” by Howard Mandel, published by Flame Tree Publishing on May 28, 2019, is a comprehensive guide to the influential musical styles of jazz and blues. This expanded edition features 384 pages and is presented in English, offering an updated exploration of these genres that have shaped popular music. The book is organized into chapters that chronicle the evolution of jazz and blues from their nineteenth-century African-American roots to contemporary developments, providing readers with a structured overview of the music’s history.

Readers will find detailed sections that begin with a “Sounds & Sources” overview of key developments for each era, followed by an A–Z listing of artists, including in-depth entries on significant figures and their recommended classic recordings. The encyclopedia also covers various styles, from Ragtime to Bebop and Texas Blues to Rhythm & Blues, along with insights into the instruments used in these genres. Written by a team of experts, this edition serves as an invaluable reference for anyone interested in the rich history and diversity of jazz and blues music.