Charlie Parker (American Jazz)

Rice, Earle

ISBN 10: 1612282660 ISBN 13: 9781612282664

Publisher: Mitchell Lane Publishers, 2012

Synopsis

Biography of famous Jazz composer written for ages 10-13.

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From School Library Journal:

Gr 6-9-This attractive, well-researched series is written in sophisticated language, with the more difficult vocabulary and musical terms defined within the text. Information about the subjects' childhoods and preparation for their musical careers is included, as are the positive and negative aspects of their adult lives. Their contributions to the world of jazz are thoroughly explored. Sidebars in every volume expand the main texts, and quotes from other biographers add authenticity. Well-captioned color and black-and-white photos are cleanly reproduced, and the layout of text, photos, captions, and sidebars is bright and pleasing. α(c) Copyright 2011. Library Journals LLC, a wholly owned subsidiary of Media Source, Inc. No redistribution permitted.

From Booklist:

Though Rice follows the usual practice of jazz writers by packing his narrative with musicians’ names that will be largely unknown to readers, his entry in the American Jazz series does present a coherent account of Parker’s drug-abuse-shortened life and stellar career—along with a gratifyingly technical, specific analysis of his musical education and innovations. Enhanced by plenty of period photos of “Bird” and his bandmates, plus a time line, a discography, and generous sets of print and web resources for children and adults alike, this profile not only offers plenty of fodder for assigned reports but will give both fans and newbies a clear picture of Parker’s outsize talents and enduring influence. Grades 6-9. --John Peters

About this edition

• Publisher: Mitchell Lane Publishers
• Publication date: 2012
• ISBN 10: 1612282660
• ISBN 13: 9781612282664
• Binding: Library Binding
• Number of pages: 48