| Billie Holiday: Essays on the Artistry and Legacy Contributor(s): Perez, Michael (Author), McKee, Jessica (Editor) |
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ISBN: 1476674698 ISBN-13: 9781476674698 Publisher: McFarland and Company, Inc. OUR PRICE: $39.55 Product Type: Paperback Published: December 2019 |
| Additional Information |
| BISAC Categories: - Music | Essays - Music | Genres & Styles - Jazz - Biography & Autobiography |
| Dewey: B |
| LCCN: 2019037502 |
| Physical Information: 0.5" H x 5.9" W x 8.7" (0.62 lbs) 177 pages |
| Descriptions, Reviews, Etc. |
| Publisher Description: Eleanora "Lady Day" Fagan, better known as Billie Holiday, played a primary role in the development of American jazz culture and in African American history. Devoted to the enduring jazz icon, covering many aspects of her career, image and legacy, these fresh essays range from musical and vocal analyses, to critical assessments of film depictions of the singer, to analysis of the social movements and protests addressed by her signature songs, including her impact on contemporary movements such as #BlackLivesMatter. More than a century after her birth, Billie Holiday's abiding relevance and impact is a testament to the power of musical protest. This collection pays tribute to her creativity, bravery and lasting legacy. |