What is it about?
This paper discusses the reception of the music and theoretical work by George Russell in Australia in the 1960s. It also contains an analysis of key works by Bruce Rohde influenced by George Russell.
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Why is it important?
The subject of the legacy and influence of George Russell outside of the USA has rarely been addressed. This paper's findings are relevant to the larger question of the definition of modal jazz and the global circulation of jazz music.
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This page is a summary of: Lydia in Oz: The reception of George Russell in 1960s Australia, Jazz Research Journal, April 2015, Equinox Publishing,
DOI: 10.1558/jazz.v8i1-2.26831.
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