02648nam 22004693 450 991102604990332120240806080308.09781789149012(electronic bk.)9781789148565(MiAaPQ)EBC31579763(Au-PeEL)EBL31579763(CKB)33645675700041(Exl-AI)31579763(Perlego)4514435(OCoLC)1451413482(EXLCZ)993364567570004120240806d2024 uy 0engurcnu||||||||txtrdacontentcrdamediacrrdacarrierStrike up the Band New York City in the Roaring Twenties1st ed.London :Reaktion Books, Limited,2024.©2024.1 online resource (294 pages)Print version: Crisp, Helen Strike up the Band London : Reaktion Books, Limited,c2024 9781789148565 Cover -- Title Page -- Copyright -- Contents -- Foreword by Gregory J. Peterson -- 1: Down Hearted Blues -- 2: Ain't (Much) Misbehavin' -- 3: Broadway Melody -- 4: Crazy Rhythm -- 5: Oh! Lady Be Good -- 6: The Sidewalks of New York -- 7: I Got Plenty of Nothing -- 8: Make Believe -- 9: Ain't We Got Fun -- References -- Select Bibliography -- Acknowledgements -- Photo Acknowledgements -- Index.Strike Up the Band by Helen Crisp and Jules Stewart explores New York City during the Roaring Twenties, a transformative era marked by architectural innovation, cultural dynamism, and societal shifts. The book delves into the burgeoning creativity of the city, highlighting iconic skyscrapers like the Empire State and Chrysler Buildings, which epitomized the Art Deco design and the city’s evolving skyline. It captures the cultural vibrancy through the lens of jazz music, Broadway musicals, and the Harlem Renaissance, spotlighting figures like Duke Ellington and Langston Hughes. The authors provide insights into the social and artistic landscape, including the impact of the Harlem Renaissance and American musical theater. The intended audience likely includes those interested in urban history, architecture, and cultural studies.Generated by AI.New York (N.Y.)Generated by AIHarlem RenaissanceGenerated by AINew York (N.Y.)Harlem RenaissanceCrisp Helen1644829Stewart Jules1627329MiAaPQMiAaPQMiAaPQ9911026049903321Strike up the Band4433447UNINA