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I Walked With Giants: The Autobiography of Jimmy Heath,New
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Composer of more than 100 jazz pieces, threetime Grammy nominee, and performer on more than 125 albums, Jimmy Heath has earned a place of honor in the history of jazz. Over his long career, Heath knew many jazz giants such as Charlie Parker and played with other innovators including John Coltrane, Miles Davis, and especially Dizzy Gillespie. Heath also won their respect and friendship.In this extraordinary autobiography, the legendary Heath creates a OC dialogueOCO with musicians and family members. As in jazz, where improvisation by one performer prompts another to riff on the same theme, I Walked with Giants juxtaposes HeathOCOs account of his life and career with recollections from jazz giants about life on the road and making music on the worldOCOs stages. His memories of playing with his equally legendary brothers Percy and Albert (aka OC TootieOCO) dovetail with their recollections.Heath reminisces about a South Philadelphia home filled with music and a closeknit family that hosted musicians performing in the cityOCOs then thriving jazz scene. Milt Jackson recalls, OC I went to their house for dinnerOC JimmyOCOs father put Charlie Parker records on and told everybody that we had to be quiet till dinner because he had Bird onOC . When I [went] to Philly, IOCOd always go to their house.OCOaaa Today Heath performs, composes, and works as a music educator and arranger. By turns funny, poignant, and extremely candid, HeathOCOs story captures the rhythms of a life in jazz.
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- Q: What is the main theme of 'I Walked With Giants'? A: The main theme of 'I Walked With Giants' is Jimmy Heath's remarkable journey in jazz, highlighting his interactions with legendary musicians and his personal reflections on a life filled with music.
- Q: Who is the author of 'I Walked With Giants'? A: The author of 'I Walked With Giants' is Jimmy Heath, a renowned jazz composer and performer.
- Q: What type of book is 'I Walked With Giants'? A: 'I Walked With Giants' is an autobiography that combines personal narrative with stories from other jazz musicians.
- Q: How many pages are in 'I Walked With Giants'? A: 'I Walked With Giants' has a total of 344 pages.
- Q: Is 'I Walked With Giants' a hardcover book? A: Yes, 'I Walked With Giants' is available in hardcover binding.
- Q: When was 'I Walked With Giants' published? A: 'I Walked With Giants' was published on January 15, 2010.
- Q: What condition is 'I Walked With Giants' in? A: 'I Walked With Giants' is available as a used book in good condition.
- Q: What can readers expect from the writing style of the book? A: Readers can expect a writing style that is candid, humorous, and poignant, reflecting Heath's unique voice and experiences in jazz.
- Q: Does 'I Walked With Giants' include stories from other musicians? A: Yes, the book includes recollections from other jazz giants, providing a rich context to Heath's experiences.
- Q: What is the significance of the title 'I Walked With Giants'? A: The title 'I Walked With Giants' signifies Jimmy Heath's personal connections and collaborations with some of the greatest figures in jazz history.