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Find more info., search and price compare for On and Off the Bandstand: A collection of essays related to the great bands, the story of jazz, and the years when there was non-vocal popular music for adults by Arthur Bradley Binding: Paperback, 253 pages Publisher: iUniverse, Inc. Weight: 0.85 pound Dimension: H: 0.8 x L: 8.9 x W: 6 inches ISBN 10: 0595359078 ISBN 13: 9780595359073 Click here to search for this book and compare price at 40+ bookstores with AddALL.com! If you cannot find this book in our new and in print search, be sure to try our used and out of print search too! |
Book Description: Before reliable lighting and central heating, entertainment mainly occurred outdoors. Without microphones, a band performance was the centerpiece of choice for numerous celebrations. Outstanding conductors and musicians were major celebrities in their day. The basic instrumentation and musical language remained the same for over a hundred years—even as the venues moved indoors. Without breaks in continuity, each phase moved smoothly to the next, and newer artists respected their forbearers and cherished their accomplishments. Marching bands, concert bands, ragtime bands, and swing bands are still here today, but they have retired to the background. The band era was accompanied by some remarkable innovations, such as sound recording and radio. These technologies played a crucial role and receive considerable attention as the story unfolds. In addition to its historical contributions, On and Off the Bandstand pays tribute to a handful of dedicated individuals who have become advocates for the music of their parents’ and grandparents’ time. |
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