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The inspiring story of an iconic singer from Milwaukee This is the first biography to chronicle the life and career of one of the most distinguished and beloved musical artists to come out of Wisconsin: Al Jarreau. From his earliest days singing in the 1940s until his death in 2017, Jarreau defied c... Read More about Never Givin' Up: The Life and Music of Al Jarreau

An extensive, upbeat compilation of Wisconsin’s jazz musicians Although New York City, Los Angeles, and Chicago are often considered the epicenters of American jazz, this extensive, upbeat compilation of jazz musician biographies details Wisconsin’s rich association the genre since its  the inc... Read More about Wisconsin Riffs: Jazz Profiles from the Heartland

Jazz 'Bones features an extremely well-researched collection of anecdotes and stories that traces the history of jazz trombone from its early inception to the present. A special feature is the inclusion of many lesser-known though incredibly gifted players.... Read More about Jazz 'Bones: The World of Jazz Trombone (Advance Music)