Featuring an introduction by Ronnie Scott himself, this 1980s Jazz Handbook still holds an incredible value as a practical guide to the landscape and history of Jazz in the 20th century. Using as its starting points 200 major musicians - from the Original Dixieland Jass Band to Pat Mathenry and Wynton Marsalis. Full of facts, critiques and comments for each artist along the way, plus information on recordings, record labels, festivals, books and film appearances.
