KNYGA Ashley Kahn Kahn Ashley Kind of Mėlyna: Miles Davis and the Making of a Masterpiece

Discover the captivating world of jazz with Kind of Blue by Ashley Kahn, published in 2018. This insightful book offers an unprecedented, in-depth exploration of the legendary recording sessions that birthed one of the most influential jazz albums of all time. With 368 pages filled with meticulous research, Kahn provides a unique take-by-take account of the sessions, including analysis of never-before-released fragmentary takes, made possible by rare access to the complete master tapes. Through a series of engaging interviews with the last surviving members of the studio team and newly uncovered documents from Columbia Records' archives, Kahn weaves a thrilling narrative that traces Miles Davis's evolution from bebop to modal jazz. Perfect for jazz enthusiasts and music historians alike, Kind of Blue is more than just a book; it's a journey into the heart of jazz history.