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The jazz guitar and its master players have had vast influence in a genre of uniquely provocative 20th century music. Written by some of the world's foremost jazz authorities and illustrated with more than 200 gorgeous photographs this book spotlights remarkable musicians whose artistry has made the guitar fundamental to jazz. From 1930s electric pioneer Charlie Christian to 1960s fusion visionary Larry Coryell and beyond EMasters of Jazz GuitarE celebrates the achievements of players who changed the sound of jazz. Features deluxe paper stock full-color throughout the book and a bonus CD with 14 classic tracks by Howard Alden Tal Farlow Danny Barker Al Casey George Barnes Herb Ellis Bucky Pizzarelli Phil Upchurch and Jack Wilkins.
