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9780963677716
SILVER THREADS ushers readers on a nostalgic trip among popular jazz personalities, subjects & happenings from the 1930s to the 1950s. This quality hardcover book, complete with attractive dust jacket, comprehensive index, foreword, & carefully researched record listings is the culmination of Arthur Bradley's 12 years as a contributor to the popular JOSLIN'S JAZZ JOURNAL. Personalities such as Irving Mills, Duke Ellington & Hoagy Carmichael are introduced through stories about songs like "Star Dust," record companies like Blue Decca & occupations such as disk jockey & band leader. Biographical & historical details are sweetened with whimsy & the freshness of good entertainment. This rich, descriptive writing is blended with rare photos & detailed sketches in a comfortable format that is a joy to curl up with. Available from Aplomb Publishing, P.O. Box 12683, El Paso, TX 79913; 915-585-2713.Bradley, Arthur is the author of 'Silver Threads' with ISBN 9780963677716 and ISBN 0963677713.
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