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The great American musical invention of the 20th century, jazz is an ever-youthful, still evolving
music of beauty, sensitivity, and brilliance that has produced (and been produced by) an
extraordinary progression of talented artists. JAZZ: The Smithsonian Anthology traces the turning
points in its history through its legendary innovators among them Armstrong, Ellington, Basie,
Parker, Gillespie, Davis, Hancock, Corea, Marsalis and notable styles, from early ragtime to
international modernism and every major movement in between. With 111 tracks that showcase
artists at their best and most influential, this remarkable anthology is the successor to the milestone
Smithsonian Collection of Classic Jazz of 1973, once again offering a wellspring resource for
educators, students, musicians, beginners, and aficionados. Scores of leading jazz scholars,
performers, and writers collaborated in selecting the recordings and producing the incisive
annotations. The accompanying book also features an informative background essay as well as
suggestions for listeners on appreciating the full richness of the performances. If ever there were a
jazz appreciation course in a box, this is it. JAZZ: The Smithsonian Anthology renews the legacy
of Folkways Records founder Moses Asch s commitment to letting the people s music be heard
and fulfills the educational mission of Smithsonian Folkways Recordings, the nonprofit record label
of the United States national museum.
music of beauty, sensitivity, and brilliance that has produced (and been produced by) an
extraordinary progression of talented artists. JAZZ: The Smithsonian Anthology traces the turning
points in its history through its legendary innovators among them Armstrong, Ellington, Basie,
Parker, Gillespie, Davis, Hancock, Corea, Marsalis and notable styles, from early ragtime to
international modernism and every major movement in between. With 111 tracks that showcase
artists at their best and most influential, this remarkable anthology is the successor to the milestone
Smithsonian Collection of Classic Jazz of 1973, once again offering a wellspring resource for
educators, students, musicians, beginners, and aficionados. Scores of leading jazz scholars,
performers, and writers collaborated in selecting the recordings and producing the incisive
annotations. The accompanying book also features an informative background essay as well as
suggestions for listeners on appreciating the full richness of the performances. If ever there were a
jazz appreciation course in a box, this is it. JAZZ: The Smithsonian Anthology renews the legacy
of Folkways Records founder Moses Asch s commitment to letting the people s music be heard
and fulfills the educational mission of Smithsonian Folkways Recordings, the nonprofit record label
of the United States national museum.
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35 of 35 people found the following review helpful
By David Horgan
Format:Audio CD
Reposting this as a review so that everyone can easily see it...
Thanks for the feedback on the track listings - this was an issue with the CDDB (CD Database) that media players use to fetch album information. We were informed that it as been corrected, so please try to refresh the information by re-inserting the CD. Please contact us at smithsonianfolkways@si.edu if you continue to experience this issue and we will do what we can to assist.
We'd also be happy to supply you with a spreadsheet of the song titles and artists if you would like to update the information in Windows Media Player manually (without typing them in).
best,
David Horgan
Smithsonian Folkways Recordings.
Thanks for the feedback on the track listings - this was an issue with the CDDB (CD Database) that media players use to fetch album information. We were informed that it as been corrected, so please try to refresh the information by re-inserting the CD. Please contact us at smithsonianfolkways@si.edu if you continue to experience this issue and we will do what we can to assist.
We'd also be happy to supply you with a spreadsheet of the song titles and artists if you would like to update the information in Windows Media Player manually (without typing them in).
best,
David Horgan
Smithsonian Folkways Recordings.
13 of 13 people found the following review helpful
By Wittgenstein
Format:Audio CD|Amazon Verified Purchase
Most anthologies seems to have been developed with little thought and extremely mixed quality. The Smithsonian's jazz collection is just the opposite, with a broad and interesting array of recordings accompanied by insightful commentary and some wonderful pictures. Packaged as a book with the CD's tucked in the back, the collection provides high quality sound and enjoyable and educational reading.
33 of 39 people found the following review helpful
Format:Audio CD
I just got my copy in the mail and pardon me if I don't make it to work today, but I want to listen to each of the more
and one hundred tracks. Then I have to read the fabulous notes and look at each and every picture.
This collection is a MUST OWN for every music lover, even if you think you don't like Jazz. Somehow, Smithsonian Folkways and its fabulous advisers manage to make perfect, swinging sense out of America's very own music, you'll hear ragtime, Swing, Bop, Big Band and more. Each cut is a delight. Thank you, Smithsonian Folkways!
and one hundred tracks. Then I have to read the fabulous notes and look at each and every picture.
This collection is a MUST OWN for every music lover, even if you think you don't like Jazz. Somehow, Smithsonian Folkways and its fabulous advisers manage to make perfect, swinging sense out of America's very own music, you'll hear ragtime, Swing, Bop, Big Band and more. Each cut is a delight. Thank you, Smithsonian Folkways!
Most Recent Customer Reviews
5.0 out of 5 stars
what you'd expect
from our Smithsonian. My wife and I adore this collection and listen to it at every meal, it seems. I recommend the compendium that spans the decades. A worthy purchase.
Published 1 month ago by Bubba Souffle
5.0 out of 5 stars
A Jazz study
This is a fine anthology, nice complete experience of theJazz world. Highly interesting materials on the artists their recordings. Important study.
Published 2 months ago by Jon B. Wahling
5.0 out of 5 stars
Jazz: The Smithsonian Anthology
This is a terrific anthology with great recordings and a superb accompanying text. You can always get picky and find something or someone missing, but this anthology is broad and... Read more
Published 17 months ago by NVM
5.0 out of 5 stars
Outstanding history of jazz
I debated whether to purchase the complete Ken Burns Jazz set or this one. This one is more expensive. But it is worth it, believe me. Read more
Published 19 months ago by Jim R. Whitt
5.0 out of 5 stars
Excellent & Informative survey
The writing and presentation are almost as good as the superb and well selected music. Kudos to all involved in it's production.
Published 22 months ago by Kenneth L. Resen
4.0 out of 5 stars
Indispensible but I have my quibbles
This anthology deserves most of the praise other reviewers have lavished on it. It contains much magnificent music, some of which is hard to get elsewhere. Read more
Published 23 months ago by D. Tenner
5.0 out of 5 stars
A Must!
This collection is a must won for every Jazz lover. The cd's start off with the beginnings through modern jazz. Read more
Published 24 months ago by Marcos
5.0 out of 5 stars
Amazing Collection
I love the range of this incredible collection and the quality of the sound. Some really classic and historic selections are here.
Published on April 26, 2011 by Liz Beck
4.0 out of 5 stars
Track listings incorrect
I really appreciated the work that has gone into this compilation. I like the integrated book and found it very informative. It seem it was well thought out. Read more
Published on April 12, 2011 by HACK
5.0 out of 5 stars
An Excellent Place to Start!
I do not own this box set, not do I intend to buy it. I own virtually all of the recordings contained on these six discs, so there's really need for me to add this to my... Read more
Published on April 11, 2011 by Martin P. Bradley
