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Jazz Day: The Making of a Famous Photograph

Name: Jazz Day: The Making of a Famous Photograph
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Book Synopsis: What happens when you invite as many jazz musicians as you can to pose for a photo in 1950s Harlem? Playful verse and glorious artwork capture an iconic moment for American jazz.

When Esquire magazine planned an issue to salute the American jazz scene in 1958, graphic designer Art Kane pitched a crazy idea: how about gathering a group of beloved jazz musicians and photographing them? He didn’t own a good camera, didn’t know if any musicians would show up, and insisted on setting up the shoot in front of a Harlem brownstone. Could he pull it off? In a captivating collection of poems, Roxane Orgill steps into the frame of Harlem 1958, bringing to life the musicians’ mischief and quirks, their memorable style, and the vivacious atmosphere of a Harlem block full of kids on a hot summer’s day.

Francis Vallejo’s vibrant, detailed, and wonderfully expressive paintings do loving justice to the larger-than-life quality of jazz musicians of the era. Includes bios of several of the fifty-seven musicians, an author’s note, sources, a bibliography, and a foldout of Art Kane’s famous photograph.

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Looking for a captivating and visually stunning book that pays tribute to the golden era of American jazz? Look no further than Jazz Day: The Making of a Famous Photograph. This remarkable book takes you back to 1950s Harlem, an iconic time and place for jazz music. Through playful verse and glorious artwork, author Roxane Orgill and illustrator Francis Vallejo bring to life an unforgettable moment in jazz history - when a group of beloved jazz musicians gathered for a legendary photo shoot.

What makes this book truly special is its ability to transport you to the vibrant atmosphere of Harlem in 1958. Orgill's collection of poems captures the musicians' mischief, quirks, and larger-than-life personalities. Vallejo's vibrant and detailed paintings perfectly complement the spirit of the era, immersing you in the vivacious energy of a hot summer's day on a Harlem block. The book also includes bios of several of the fifty-seven musicians and a foldout showcasing Art Kane's famous photograph.

Immerse yourself in the world of jazz and experience the magic of this iconic moment in American music history. Jazz Day: The Making of a Famous Photograph is a must-read for jazz enthusiasts, art lovers, and history buffs alike. Order your copy today and let the rhythm of the words and the beauty of the illustrations transport you to an era of creativity, passion, and musical brilliance.

Don't miss out on this extraordinary journey through jazz history. Order your copy of Jazz Day: The Making of a Famous Photograph right now and be captivated by the infectious spirit of Harlem in 1958. Get your copy here.

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