A stunning, comprehensive volume prepared in cooperation with the Smithsonian Institution. The world's first jazz critical edition.

Contents: New Orleans Blues (New Orleans Joys) • Grandpa's Spells • WolverineBlues (The Wolverines) • Mamanita • Frog-I-More Rag (Froggie Moore/Sweetheart O'Mine) • London Blues (London Cafe Blues/Shoe Shiner's Drag) • Shreveport Stomp • Big Foot Ham (Big Fat Ham/Ham and Eggs)• Tom Cat Blues (Midnight Mama) • Stra...