Playing Changes: Jazz for the New Century: Chinen, Nate

Playing Changes is a definitive guide to the jazz of our time, covering key changes, concepts, events, and people that have shaped the genre since the turn of the century.

Leading critic Nate Chinen takes readers through an exploration of the exhilarating moment—and the shimmering possibilities to come.

With essential album lists and listening recommendations, this book is packed with authority and style, offering a comprehensive look at the living, breathing scene that continues to influence mass culture, hip-hop, and R&B.

Don't miss out on this must-read for any jazz fan or music lover looking to understand the current state of this timeless art form.