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The Encyclopedia of Jazz
The Worlds Greatest Jazz Collection
With almost 10,000 tracks on 500 CDs, a record-breaking jazz collection

Label‎ALLEGRIA (SPV)
Number of discs‎500
ASIN‎B001G8P3KW

For the first time, there is a musical encyclopedia of jazz that is difficult to beat. In five large chunks of 100 CDs each, the crucial stages in the development of jazz are captured, from classic jazz to the swing era and the big time of the big bands to the bebop and the following playing styles. On the almost 10,000 tracks, all musicians are represented who have played a significant role in their time and who have significantly influenced jazz.
The greatest soloists and bands in original recordings from the 20s, 30s, 40s and 50s the best and most important from New Orleans and Dixieland jazz, bebop, swing, big band music and modern jazz. Each of the aesthetically designed hard cardboard boxes contains 100 CDs: compact, handy and clearly organised. Each of the total 500 CDs is also packed in its own pocket. All cast lists and discographical details are enclosed in book form.
The Encyclopedia of Jazz presents with around 10,000 tracks on 500 CDs all the great soloists and bands with their most important recordings, elaborated by experts who, in addition to thorough expertise, also brought their love of jazz.

This is a very large box set. Delivery can be arranged but will be significant cost as is a large, heavy item.