{"title":"Adrian Jackson","description":"\u003cp\u003eWelcome to our collection dedicated to the insightful works of Adrian Jackson, a respected figure in the field of arts and culture. Adrian Jackson has significantly contributed to the appreciation and understanding of jazz and blues, especially through his work on the \u003cem\u003eWangaratta Festival of Jazz and Blues\u003c\/em\u003e, marking its notable place in music history.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eIn his extensively researched and engagingly written book, \u003cem\u003eWangaratta Festival of Jazz and Blues: 30 Years\u003c\/em\u003e, Adrian Jackson takes readers on a captivating journey through the festivals' three-decade-long history. His writing not only chronicles the evolution of this well-respected event but also highlights its impact on the music landscape in Australia.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eThis collection is perfect for those who are passionate about arts and culture or curious about the untold narratives behind one of Australia's beloved music festivals. Explore the rich tapestry of jazz and blues through Adrian Jackson's remarkable storytelling and discover the nuances of a musical journey that continues to resonate with enthusiasts worldwide.\u003c\/p\u003e","products":[{"product_id":"wangaratta-festival-of-jazz-and-blues-30-years-by-adrian-jackson-9781925556599","title":"Wangaratta Festival of Jazz and Blues: 30 Years","description":"\u003cdiv class=\"book-description\"\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eHow on earth could a town like Wangaratta in rural Victoria host a jazz festival?\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eThirty years on, \u003cem\u003eWangaratta Festival of Jazz and Blues\u003c\/em\u003e is firmly established as Australia's leading jazz festival, bringing together musicians and punters from all over the globe. It has won tourism awards and is ranked as a Hallmark event by the Victorian Government.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eBut the festival's success didn't happen overnight. It evolved through careful planning, astute decisions, and an artistic director able to create an event that could differentiate itself from the host of jazz festivals around Australia. Most importantly, it had the support of the townspeople.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eWith its annual Jazz Awards being the launching pad for many local jazz artists, along with the hundreds of established musicians who have performed, the history of the festival reads like a history of Australian jazz and blues.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eThere were many challenges and obstacles along the way. The book \u003cem\u003eWangaratta Festival of Jazz and Blues: Thirty Years\u003c\/em\u003e is the behind-the-scenes story of how they were overcome, told by its artistic director of twenty-six years standing. It is also the story of how musicians and punters alike embraced the festival, told through their recollections. Leading local and overseas musicians have written about their experience of the festival, one where the usual barriers are broken down and musicians walk around freely through the crowds, rubbing shoulders with the punters.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eIn February 2016, Wangaratta drew international attention because an outbreak of tumbleweed had left it piled up metres deep outside the doors and homes of some residents. But to the international jazz fraternity, especially in America, Wangaratta was already well known as the place that hosted one of the most discerning and cutting-edge jazz festivals on the international circuit. Glowing endorsements from returning overseas musicians who had performed at the festival secured its reputation.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e","brand":"Penguin Random House NZ","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":47083062657260,"sku":"9781925556599","price":76.0,"currency_code":"NZD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0705\/7784\/8556\/files\/15891323482873.jpg?v=1765280547"}],"url":"https:\/\/bookhero.live\/collections\/adrian-jackson.oembed","provider":"Book Hero","version":"1.0","type":"link"}