Paul Bley: The Logic of Chance

Paperback / softback

Main Details

Title Paul Bley: The Logic of Chance
Authors and Contributors      By (author) Arrigo Cappelletti
Physical Properties
Format:Paperback / softback
Pages:160
Dimensions(mm): Height 215,Width 139
Category/GenreJazz
Bands, groups and musicians
ISBN/Barcode 9781550652529
ClassificationsDewey:786.2165092
Audience
General
Illustrations 12 b/w photos & illus

Publishing Details

Publisher Vehicule Press
Imprint Vehicule Press
Publication Date 1 March 2010
Publication Country Canada

Description

Retracing the life of Paul Bley--one of the most complex and mysterious personalities in the history of jazz--this fascinating biography positions him in the pantheon of great jazz musicians from the last 50 years. A proponent of free jazz and improvisation, his techniques, aesthetic values, and individual style are examined in the context of his contributions to modern jazz. The story of his musical career is also discussed alongside many of the great bands and jazz icons that he performed with, including Charlie Parker, Charles Mingus, Lester Young, Sonny Rollins, Don Cherry, and Keith Jarrett.

Author Biography

Arrigo Cappelletti is a pianist, a composer, and a professor at the Conservatory of Venice.