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This book chronicles Sidran's love affair with music and all its functions: music as a prayer, music as community, music as legacy, and music as nothing but a party.Product Identifiers
PublisherTaylor Trade Publishing
ISBN-10087833291x
ISBN-139780878332915
eBay Product ID (ePID)23038726657
Product Key Features
Publication Year2003
TopicComposers & Musicians, Entertainment & Performing Arts, Genres & Styles / Pop Vocal
Book TitleBen Sidran : Alife in the Music
LanguageEnglish
GenreBiography & Autobiography, Music
AuthorBen Sidran
FormatLP Record / Hardcover
Dimensions
Item Height1in.
Item Length9.2in.
Item Weight22.3 Oz
Item Width6.2in.
Additional Product Features
LCCN2002-013111
Intended AudienceTrade
Dewey Edition21
ReviewsSidran, jazz pianist-vocalist, record producer, radio and television commentator and interviewer, and author, chronicles his 30-plus years in the music industry, and what a wonderful ride it is! ... As a document of one man's personal and musical journey and as a work that presents the context for jazz in the late 20th century, this book is an unqualified winner. Highly recommended., Jazz great's memior is almost as good as his rich life in music. Deserves a place on the bookshelves of jazz fans and anyone with an interest in the history of the American Jewish experience., Having recorded with stars as diverse as Steve Miller, Miles Davis, and Eric Clapton, Sidran remains a vital musical force, recording new music, performing as a sideman, and occasionally playing in front of touring acts when they play Madison's favorite venues. His literate autobiography reveals a pop musician in touch with the rest of the world--quite a distinction., Sidran eloquently chronicles his varied musical experiences as a pianist, songwriter, author, producer, journalist, and more......In vivid, pungent words, he describes his impression at first hearing and seeing Miller and Boz Scaggs performing as the Ardells at the University of Wisconsin in the early '60s., What I found most appealing about this well-written memoir is its honesty. I would reccomend this book to any person who is interested in the jazz and influences taking place during the turbulent decade of the 1960s. Sidran has a passion for life and for jazz and he willingly shares them with the readers., Having recorded with stars as diverse as Steve Miller, Miles Davis, and Eric Clapton, Sidran remains a vital musical force, recording new music, performing as a sideman, and occasionally playing in front of touring acts when they play Madison's favorite venues. His literate autobiography reveals a pop musician in touch with the rest of the world "quite a distinction., Dr. Sidran's writing is tremendous. He holds our attention unabashed through his entire work. His views and philosophies offer a unique view and retrospective look from someone who has made the entire journey. Ben Sidran presents here an ultimately informative and entertaining story of his life in music. His talents as a writer combined with his experience as a musician give us a unique telling of a life well-lived. Exceptional writing from an experienced author, a unique musician, and a distinctive personality.
IllustratedYes
Dewey Decimal786.2/165/092 B
Lc Classification NumberMl419.S43a3 2003
Number of Pages340 Pages
