Description
Book SynopsisTrade Review...a major addition to the library of anyone interested in jazz...it doesn't get any better than this... * The IAJRC Journal *
...it is almost mandatory to have a copy of Pee Wee Speaks nearby for handy, supplemental reference...the most complete, up to date, and accurate accounting of Russell's documented recordings extant...meticulously detailed... * JazzTimes Magazine *
...a major addition to the documentation of our music... * Storyville *
...a wealth of information here. * Big Bands International *
...Hilbert makes a heroic attempt to be complete, and apparently pretty much succeeds. * Mississippi Rag *
...this work is the basic source for documentation on Pee Wee's performing career. The data collected between the covers of this volume is truly awesome... * Jazz Notes *
...a true jazz original... * American Reference Books Annual *
...comprehensive... * Notes: Quarterly Journal of the Music Library Association *
Hilbert's writing style is pleasant and easy to read with frequent interspersed quotes from...many of Russell's fellow musicians and friends...contains useful information on a player who was actively involved in 50 years of jazz history...for major jazz collections. * CHOICE *
