The Jazz Republic examines jazz music and the jazz artists who shaped Germany’s exposure to this African American art form from 1919 through 1933. Jonathan O.

This dissertation examines the German encounter and engagement with jazz music during the Weimar Republic through the three interwoven issues of music, race, an

This completely updated guide tells readers where to find everything from the current music scene to major jazz/blues landmarks in 26 American cities and the Mi

Chronicles the history of jazz over the complete lifespan of East Germany, from 1945 to 1990, for the first time.