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This series follows in the tradition of Chelsea House's African-American Achievers series in spotlighting various groups and organizations, and examining their historical and social impact. Jazz is a uniquely American form of music, shaped in large part by the African-Americans who contributed greatly to its rich legacy. This book traces the roots of jazz in New Orleans through its different manifestations today.Asirvatham, Sandy is the author of 'History of Jazz African-American Contributions' with ISBN 9780791072653 and ISBN 0791072657.
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