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Conversations In Jazz: The Ralph Gleason Interviews

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Conversations In Jazz is a collection of interviews with jazz musicians conducted by Ralph J. Gleason. The interviews were originally published in Gleason's column in the San Francisco Chronicle, and they offer a unique glimpse into the lives and minds of some of the most important figures in jazz history.

Conversations in Jazz: The Ralph J. Gleason Interviews

by Helen Winter

4.5 out of 5

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Gleason was a renowned jazz critic and journalist, and his interviews are insightful and informative. He speaks with some of the biggest names in jazz, including Louis Armstrong, Duke Ellington, Miles Davis, John Coltrane, and Thelonious Monk. Gleason asks them about their music, their influences, and their thoughts on the state of jazz.

The interviews are a fascinating read for anyone interested in jazz. They provide a rare opportunity to hear from some of the most influential musicians of the 20th century. Gleason's writing is clear and concise, and he has a knack for getting his subjects to open up.

Conversations In Jazz is a valuable resource for anyone interested in jazz. It is a must-read for anyone who wants to learn more about the history of jazz and the people who made it.

Here are some excerpts from the interviews:

Louis Armstrong: "Jazz is a music that comes from the heart and soul. It's a music that's meant to be shared with others. It's a music that can make you happy, sad, or anything in between. It's a music that's for everyone."

Duke Ellington: "Jazz is a music that's always changing. It's a music that's always evolving. It's a music that's always fresh and new. It's a music that's for the future."

Miles Davis: "Jazz is a music that's about freedom. It's a music that's about expression. It's a music that's about taking risks. It's a music that's for the brave."

John Coltrane: "Jazz is a music that's about spirituality. It's a music that's about connecting with the divine. It's a music that's for the seekers."

Thelonious Monk: "Jazz is a music that's about mystery. It's a music that's about the unknown. It's a music that's for the dreamers."

Conversations In Jazz is a book that will appeal to a wide range of readers. It is a must-read for anyone interested in jazz, music, or history. It is also a great book for anyone who wants to learn more about the lives and minds of some of the most important figures in jazz history.

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Conversations in Jazz: The Ralph J. Gleason Interviews

by Helen Winter

4.5 out of 5