--- product_id: 9620803 title: "Jazz 101: A Complete Guide to Learning and Loving Jazz" brand: "john szwed" price: "369 kr" currency: DKK in_stock: false reviews_count: 10 url: https://www.desertcart.dk/products/9620803-jazz-101-a-complete-guide-to-learning-and-loving-jazz store_origin: DK region: Denmark --- # Jazz 101: A Complete Guide to Learning and Loving Jazz **Brand:** john szwed **Price:** 369 kr **Availability:** ❌ Out of Stock ## Quick Answers - **What is this?** Jazz 101: A Complete Guide to Learning and Loving Jazz by john szwed - **How much does it cost?** 369 kr with free shipping - **Is it available?** Currently out of stock - **Where can I buy it?** [www.desertcart.dk](https://www.desertcart.dk/products/9620803-jazz-101-a-complete-guide-to-learning-and-loving-jazz) ## Best For - john szwed enthusiasts ## Why This Product - Trusted john szwed brand quality - Free international shipping included - Worldwide delivery with tracking - 15-day hassle-free returns ## Description Jazz 101: A Complete Guide to Learning and Loving Jazz ## Images ![Jazz 101: A Complete Guide to Learning and Loving Jazz - Image 1](https://m.media-amazon.com/images/I/614C9ADd38L.jpg) ## Customer Reviews ### ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ 5.0 out of 5 stars I actually learned what kind of music I liked it is cool jazz and west coast jazz *by D***B on Reviewed in the United States on January 1, 2017* thanks for the introduction. I actually learned what kind of music I liked it is cool jazz and west coast jazz. I didn't know there was a difference. I like Miles Davis. I don't like any thing boarder line blues and I don't like anything older than my dad. My dad used to listen to swing music. Thanks for the clarification. Good book for online teaching. ### ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ 5.0 out of 5 stars Focuses on the Music First, Music Makers Second *by Z***Y on Reviewed in the United States on May 26, 2015* Not so much a history of jazz but an examination of what jazz has been from beginning to present. The focus is on the music first and the music makers second.Explores the disagreements about how jazz was created and what is and isn't jazz while remaining objective.Very detailed, covering many aspects but very easy to follow. Perfect for a beginner requiring only a desire to really learn, but does not require great deals of effort. It is a fun read.Very useful for non beginners as well. ### ⭐⭐⭐⭐ 4.0 out of 5 stars Best book for the novice *by J***N on Reviewed in the United States on March 16, 2004* Professor Szwed's book is aptly titled and provides a fairly comprehensive history of jazz from it's beginnings to the present. He clearly states that no book covering such a diverse genre can escape being incomplete when it comes to recognizing individual artists, nor escape the inevitable opinions and prejudices of diverging thought on direction and contribution. To this end he suceeds handily.The novice who is interested in jazz, and not yet opinionated enough to have adopted one of the contentious theories of "what jazz is", will find much information on the origins and stylistic forms of jazz music, jazz art and ultimately, jazz life. However, the more seasoned jazz fan might just as easily find himself in mental arguement with the author almost from the git go. This is regretable since it leads to rejection of much of the foundation material important in having a true understanding of the music. To those of us who believe jazz is devinely connected to the blues, much of Szwed's commentary could be viewed as heresy. But, to others who feel jazz includes almost all forms of improvisation the author's keen insite on sociological and twentieth century demographics play particularly well. He goes so far as to dip his toe in the muddy waters of Kenny G's authenticity, though slyly demurs from opining on just what this cretin is actually blowing through his horn (there, I told you jazz opinion can be contentious!). My only criticism of this work is Szwed's listening examples which are carefully detailed and highlighted throughout the book. While they specifically meet the example criteria he is aiming for, many more accessable (read enjoyable) substitutes exist.All in all, an excellent intro and the best $10 item in the jazz supermarket. --- ## Why Shop on Desertcart? - 🛒 **Trusted by 1.3+ Million Shoppers** — Serving international shoppers since 2016 - 🌍 **Shop Globally** — Access 737+ million products across 21 categories - 💰 **No Hidden Fees** — All customs, duties, and taxes included in the price - 🔄 **15-Day Free Returns** — Hassle-free returns (30 days for PRO members) - 🔒 **Secure Payments** — Trusted payment options with buyer protection - ⭐ **TrustPilot Rated 4.5/5** — Based on 8,000+ happy customer reviews **Shop now:** [https://www.desertcart.dk/products/9620803-jazz-101-a-complete-guide-to-learning-and-loving-jazz](https://www.desertcart.dk/products/9620803-jazz-101-a-complete-guide-to-learning-and-loving-jazz) --- *Product available on Desertcart Denmark* *Store origin: DK* *Last updated: 2026-05-04*