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John Litweiler in conversation with Studs Terkel

BROADCAST: Jul. 1, 1984 | DURATION: 00:55:56

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Synopsis

Discussing the book "The Freedom Principle: Jazz After 1958" (published by Morrow) with author and jazz historian John Litweiler.

Details

Broadcast Date
Jul. 1, 1984

Physical Format
1 sound tape reel (ca. 55 min.) : 10 1/2 in.

Duration
55 minutes, 56 seconds

Digital Format
WAV

Ownership
The Chicago History Museum

Language
English

Topics

Music Music - Jazz

People

Academics Authors, Writers

Tags

Litweiler, John--Interviews Litweiler, John. Freedom principle. Jazz--History and criticism. Musicologists--United States--20th century--Interviews Audiotapes. Radio programs. Litweiler, John,-- interviewee WFMT (Radio station : Chicago, Ill.)

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