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* The World of Jazz Trumpet: A Comprehensive History and Practical Philosophy. By Scotty Barnhart. Hal Leonard, 7777 W. Bluemound Rd., Milwaukee, WI 53213; 414-774-3630; fax, 414-774-3259; www.hal-leonard.com. 2005. 250 PP. Black-and-white photographs, discography, bibliography, index. Paperback, $24.95.
Part fact, part opinion, part speculation, Scotty Barnhart's The World of Jazz Trumpet is a fascinating read for anyone interested not only in jazz trumpet but the jazz world in general. The author, one of the jazz giants of the trumpet today, offers a valuable insider's glimpse into the heritage and practice of his subject.
The book's description as a "comprehensive history" of the jazz trumpet may be a bit strong, but the book does a good job of covering a wide array of topics from more than 100 years of the instrument. The World of Jazz Trumpet begins with an introduction that could be best described as the author's personal statement regarding his love and passion for the...