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Description:Jazz Times Distaff and Gearbox listed Award-winning author Sammy Stein unpicks, investigates and unearths the depths of the UK jazz industry. The books looks at the sociology, history and educational aspects of jazz in terms of parental influence, choice of instruments at a young age and the opportunities for females in the UK jazz scene, as well as touching on scenes across the World. This new book opens up the UK jazz industry and looks at the question of gender disparity - does it exist, why, historical reasons, innovations to tackle it and the way forward. About this book, comments have included, " The book is a delicious look into the depths of the UK jazz scene told in a respectful manner. Stein, an expert in her field of journalism, calls in many contacts to make this accessible, informative and a light, tight read' - Matthias Nicols, jazz musician. With inputs from researchers in the field, educators, venue managers, and musicians as well as the LGBTQ community, Sammy discusses the gender disparity which exists in UK jazz. From festival line ups to research investigations and observations from many people interviewed for the book, Sammy lays it on the line and allows the reader to make up their mind. Is gender disparity perceived or real? Why does it exist, what are the origins for it and the sociological impacts? How can the jazz industry make things better and more equal? Sammy provides qualitative and quantitative evidence and then discusses the subject with a vast array of people, from heads of jazz at universities, to those on the ground, playing and arranging concerts and gigs. Sammy brings together powerful influences form the Uk jazz scene and they share their research and observations. Sammy is well known for her insightful interviews and comments on her previous works include; " It's all here, beautifully written, eloquently argued, clear-eyed in its intentions and open in its invitation" - Jazzwise Magazine " Stein interviewed agents, arrangers, composers, public relation professionals and more. Her subjects bridge generations ( and international boundaries) "- Jazz Times " The reader is left in no doubt of Sammy's knowledge and authority on the subject, yet she manages to tackle a challenging topic in a direct, passionate and sincere, yet easily digestible way" - Jazz Matters " It really is an intelligent, insightful and consistently entertaining read" - Jazzmann With Sammy Stein acting as the conduit, the eminent researchers involved, the musicians, managers, venues, educators and audience members give their opinions and Sammy interweaves these with hard facts gleaned from intensive research into things such as the actual number of women and men in UK festival acts and why currently, the academics seems to believe change is happening whilst the people working in the scene prove this is not the case in all areas. Sammy also includes initiatives and how these are having a powerful impact on the Uk jazz scene. An engaging, well researched and respectful book.We have made it easy for you to find a PDF Ebooks without any digging. And by having access to our ebooks online or by storing it on your computer, you have convenient answers with Gender Disparity in UK Jazz - A Discussion. To get started finding Gender Disparity in UK Jazz - A Discussion, you are right to find our website which has a comprehensive collection of manuals listed.
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Description: Jazz Times Distaff and Gearbox listed Award-winning author Sammy Stein unpicks, investigates and unearths the depths of the UK jazz industry. The books looks at the sociology, history and educational aspects of jazz in terms of parental influence, choice of instruments at a young age and the opportunities for females in the UK jazz scene, as well as touching on scenes across the World. This new book opens up the UK jazz industry and looks at the question of gender disparity - does it exist, why, historical reasons, innovations to tackle it and the way forward. About this book, comments have included, " The book is a delicious look into the depths of the UK jazz scene told in a respectful manner. Stein, an expert in her field of journalism, calls in many contacts to make this accessible, informative and a light, tight read' - Matthias Nicols, jazz musician. With inputs from researchers in the field, educators, venue managers, and musicians as well as the LGBTQ community, Sammy discusses the gender disparity which exists in UK jazz. From festival line ups to research investigations and observations from many people interviewed for the book, Sammy lays it on the line and allows the reader to make up their mind. Is gender disparity perceived or real? Why does it exist, what are the origins for it and the sociological impacts? How can the jazz industry make things better and more equal? Sammy provides qualitative and quantitative evidence and then discusses the subject with a vast array of people, from heads of jazz at universities, to those on the ground, playing and arranging concerts and gigs. Sammy brings together powerful influences form the Uk jazz scene and they share their research and observations. Sammy is well known for her insightful interviews and comments on her previous works include; " It's all here, beautifully written, eloquently argued, clear-eyed in its intentions and open in its invitation" - Jazzwise Magazine " Stein interviewed agents, arrangers, composers, public relation professionals and more. Her subjects bridge generations ( and international boundaries) "- Jazz Times " The reader is left in no doubt of Sammy's knowledge and authority on the subject, yet she manages to tackle a challenging topic in a direct, passionate and sincere, yet easily digestible way" - Jazz Matters " It really is an intelligent, insightful and consistently entertaining read" - Jazzmann With Sammy Stein acting as the conduit, the eminent researchers involved, the musicians, managers, venues, educators and audience members give their opinions and Sammy interweaves these with hard facts gleaned from intensive research into things such as the actual number of women and men in UK festival acts and why currently, the academics seems to believe change is happening whilst the people working in the scene prove this is not the case in all areas. Sammy also includes initiatives and how these are having a powerful impact on the Uk jazz scene. An engaging, well researched and respectful book.We have made it easy for you to find a PDF Ebooks without any digging. And by having access to our ebooks online or by storing it on your computer, you have convenient answers with Gender Disparity in UK Jazz - A Discussion. To get started finding Gender Disparity in UK Jazz - A Discussion, you are right to find our website which has a comprehensive collection of manuals listed.
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