Annette Johnson
A Jazzman's Tale is a short, smart, funny read as we follow Freeman from Wilberforce Collegians Jazzband of Wilberforce University to New York, where he tries to make it on trumpet, but not before falling in love with Vibraharpist Milt Jackson's wife Jenny.
Will he get the gig or the girl?
A fascinating story based on an.... more
A Jazzman's Tale is a short, smart, funny read as we follow Freeman from Wilberforce Collegians Jazzband of Wilberforce University to New York, where he tries to make it on trumpet, but not before falling in love with Vibraharpist Milt Jackson's wife Jenny.
Will he get the gig or the girl?
A fascinating story based on an interview with jazzman Charles Freeman Lee who is listed in the Jazz Encyclopedia of 1950s by Leonard Feather.
"A Jazzman's Tale is well written and very entertaining"
John Murrow, Editor, The Riff "
"Uniquely informed and informative, A Jazzman's Tale is especially an unreservedly recommended for community, college and university library American Music History and American Biography collections. A must read for all dedicated jazz fans!"
James A. Cox, Midwest Book Review
"This book differs in every sense. Instead of the usual narrative format, she opted for turning the story into a screenplay. But this one is certainly different and makes for an entertaining read. Quirky departures from the norm add to the enjoyment"
Ronald Atkins, Jazz Journal (UK)
"Johnson perfectly captures the tone, tenor and language of the mid-century jazz musician. A fast-moving, highly entertaining and transportive read, visually evocative, with language that echoes the spirit of improv. This book is a literary fugue in three parts"
Debbie Burke, jazz author