Jazz day : the making of a famous photograph
Record details
- ISBN: 9780763669546
- ISBN: 0763669547
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Physical Description:
ix, 55 pages, 1 folded leaf : color illustrations ; 29 cm
print - Edition: First edition.
- Publisher: Somerville, Massachusetts : Candlewick Press, 2016.
Content descriptions
Bibliography, etc. Note: | Includes bibliographical references (pages 54-55). |
Search for related items by subject
Subject: | Harlem (New York, N.Y.) 20th century Poetry Jazz 1951-1960 Jazz musicians New York (State) New York Photographs |
Available copies
- 2 of 2 copies available at Kenton County.
Holds
- 0 current holds with 2 total copies.
Location | Call Number / Copy Notes | Barcode | Shelving Location | Status | Due Date |
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Covington Branch | J 781.65092 Orgi (Text) | 33126020660027 | JNonfiction | Available | - |
Independence Branch | J 781.65092 Orgi (Text) | 33126021772904 | JNonfiction | Available | - |
- School Library Journal Reviews : SLJ Reviews 2016 February
Gr 4 UpâA collection of poetry that focuses on the day graphic designer Art Kane orchestrated the iconic 1958 photograph of American jazz greats on a stoop in Harlem. Though many may recognize the photograph, fewer will know the story of its creation. While working on a special issue of Esquire magazine dedicated to jazz, Kane decided to see how many musicians he could gather in one place. The book starts on the morning the photograph was taken, with Kane standing in the street he's closed for the occasion, nervously hoping his call for appearances will be heeded. The verse spotlights the cast of characters that slowly materializes, with some short biographic poems and even one about Count Basie's hat. The offerings lead up to a foldout spread of the photograph itself, cued by a black page with the word click in white print. The remaining selections address the issue's immediate reception and laud Kane's accomplishment. The text is accompanied by vibrant, spectacular acrylic and pastel paintings by debut illustrator Vallejo. The volume includes an introduction, a lengthy author's note (with a useful key to the photograph), and short biographies of the major players. VERDICT A rich, unique, playful, and masterfully orchestrated work; Kane himself would undoubtedly be proud.âJill Heritage Maza, Montclair Kimberley Academy, Montclair, NJ
[Page 116]. (c) Copyright 2016 Library Journals LLC, a wholly owned subsidiary of Media Source, Inc. No redistribution permitted. - School Library Journal Reviews : SLJ Reviews 2016 March
Gr 4 UpâA collection of poetry that focuses on the day graphic designer Art Kane orchestrated the iconic 1958 photograph of American jazz greats on a stoop in Harlem. Though many may recognize the photograph, fewer will know the story of its creation. While working on a special issue of Esquire magazine dedicated to jazz, Kane decided to see how many musicians he could gather in one place. The book starts on the morning the photograph was taken, with Kane standing in the street he's closed for the occasion, nervously hoping his call for appearances will be heeded. The verse spotlights the cast of characters that slowly materializes, with some short biographic poems and even one about Count Basie's hat. The offerings lead up to a foldout spread of the photograph itself, cued by a black page with the word click in white print. The remaining selections address the issue's immediate reception and laud Kane's accomplishment. The text is accompanied by vibrant, spectacular acrylic and pastel paintings by debut illustrator Vallejo. The volume includes an introduction, a lengthy author's note (with a useful key to the photograph), and short biographies of the major players. VERDICT A rich, unique, playful, and masterfully orchestrated work; Kane himself would undoubtedly be proud.âJill Heritage Maza, Montclair Kimberley Academy, Montclair, NJ
[Page 116]. (c) Copyright 2016 Library Journals LLC, a wholly owned subsidiary of Media Source, Inc. No redistribution permitted. - School Library Journal Reviews : SLJ Reviews 2016 December
Gr 4 UpâReaders eavesdrop on the behind-the-scenes making of Art Kane's now-iconic photo, Harlem 1958, which featured many of the era's jazz greats. The warm, eye-popping acrylic and pastel illustrations are in harmony with the direct, evocative prose/poetry, which provides multiple perspectives, from the boys watching on the curb to pianist William "Count" Basie, pianist/composer Mary Lou Williams, and the well-dressed saxophonist Lester "Pres" Young. A wonderful snapshot of one specific place and time.. Copyright 2016 School Library Journal.