Description
Book SynopsisThe first edition of Black Women in American Bands & Orchestras (a Choice Outstanding Academic Book in 1982) was lauded for providing access to material unavailable in any other source. To update and expand the first edition, Handy has revised the profiles of members featured in the first edition, corrected omissions, and added personal and career facts for new faces on the scene. Profiles are presented under the headings of orchestras and orchestra leaders, string players, wind and percussion players, keyboard players, and non-playing orchestra/band affiliates. Features 100 photographs.
Trade ReviewHandy has done a tremendous service...Handy's project could easily serve as a foundation and reference...on the subject. * Cadence Magazine *
Since the subject is largely ignored otherwise, we owe her a debt of gratitude...if you are seeking any details about the women highlighted in this book, you have found a gold mine! * Jazz Educators Journal *
Overall, this is a thoughtful, useful compendium on a major segment of women's accomplishments. * American Reference Books Annual *
She offers a comprehensive review of an overlooked subject. Hopefully it can help provide a foundation, and role models, for young African-American Women pursuing careers as a musician in a band or a ochestra. * Counterpoise *
...a fascinating study...shows the contribution made by black women to American music. * Big Bands International *
