Uncle Johns Bathroom Reader Plunges into Music

English

ISBN: 1592238246

EAN: 9781592238248

Category: Humor / General

Publisher: Baker & Taylor Publishing Group

Release Date: 03/05/2008

Synopsis: What do Franz Liszt, Louis Armstrong, Woddy Guthrie, and Elvis Presley have in common? Whats the story on the birth of the banjo, the electric guitar, and the Stradivarius violin? Why did disco happen? Who are the punk princesses? These are just a few of the questions answered in this lively book. Filled with facts, trivia, and stories anout the worlds musicians, instruments, songs and more, this endlessly diverting plunge dips into the history fo Motown, muzak, and marching bands; tells the secret stories behind the hits; explores legendary venues like the Grand Ole Opry, the Apollo, and the Fillmore; spots the rarely sighted two-hit wonders; describes the origins of karaoke, rap music, and the cha-cha. In short, it includes all the music news thats fit to print, in a variety of formats - longer entries for extended sojourns and brief tidbits for shorter stays.

Uncle Johns Bathroom Reader Plunges into Music

Illustrated: No

Format: Paperback

Height: 1.33 inches

Width: 5.5 inches

Length: 8.25 inches

Weight: 23.99 oz

Pages: 522