Raggin' Jazzin' Rockin'

Raggin' Jazzin' Rockin': A History of Musical Instruments Makers by Susan VanHecke is a beautiful look at the music makers of America.

Through a personal look at the person or family behind an instrument, this look at music, history and America is a look at our collective culture.

Makers included:
Zildjian cymbals
Steinway & Sons pianos
C.G. Conn horns
Martin guitars
Ludwig drums
Hammond organs
Fender electric guitars
Moog sound equipment

These great names in American instrument making, and the famous musicians who use them, is an interesting way to look at our country and the influence music has on us all. As a side note: if you get a chance to tour any of these factories it is totally worth it!

VanHecke, Susan. (2011). Raggin' Jazzin' Rockin'. Honesdale, Pennsylvania: Boyds Mills Press.