52nd Street Beat - Profiles of Jazz Drummers

Publisher : Jamey Aebersold
Profiles of Jazz Drummers

Joe Hunt has taught Drums at the Berklee School of Music for 20 years and has played with Bill Evans, Stan Getz, and many others, Here, he presents a historical look at the greatest jazz drummers from 1945 through 1965 with in-depth biographical information for each and a listing of their most famous recordings. Well written, informative, and to the point.
A marvelous study of the bebop era and it's drummers. Makes enjoyable reading for everyone interested in Jazz history.

Biographies:
• Kenny Clarke
• Max Roach
• Art Blakey
• Philly Joe Jones
• Elvin Jones
• Tony Williams