Some specialize mainly in discographies, while others concentrate on criticism and education. Many feature reviews and sketches of the work and lives of popular performers. The 22 titles in the collection allow researchers to trace the evolution of jazz in its many forms. New Orleans, Chicago, New York, and other regional jazz styles are also represented. This collection is essential to any well-orchestrated music library and music education program and will interest social and cultural historians of urban America.
Individual titles are available separately as indicated below.
Santa Monica, Calif. 1 reel. The Magazine for Record Information. The Jazz Record Digest. H.R.S. Society Rag. Hot Record Society.