How Long to Read History of Pittsburgh Jazz, A: Swinging in the Steel City

How Long Does it Take to Read History of Pittsburgh Jazz, A: Swinging in the Steel City?

It takes the average reader 3 hours and 13 minutes to read History of Pittsburgh Jazz, A: Swinging in the Steel City by Richard Gazarik and Karen Anthony Cole

Assuming a reading speed of 250 words per minute. Learn more

Description

Pittsburgh's contributions to the uniquely American art form of jazz are essential to its national narrative. Fleeing the Jim Crow South in the twentieth century, African American migration to the industrial North brought musical roots that would lay the foundation for jazz culture in the Steel City. As migrant workers entered the factories of Pittsburgh, juke joints and nightclubs opened in the segregated neighborhoods of the Hill District, Northside and East Liberty. The scene fostered numerous legends, including Art Blakey, Billy Strayhorn, George Benson, Erroll Garner and Earl Fatha...

How long is History of Pittsburgh Jazz, A: Swinging in the Steel City?

History of Pittsburgh Jazz, A: Swinging in the Steel City by Richard Gazarik and Karen Anthony Cole is 192 pages long, and a total of 48,384 words.

This makes it 65% the length of the average book. It also has 59% more words than the average book.

How Long Does it Take to Read History of Pittsburgh Jazz, A: Swinging in the Steel City Aloud?

The average oral reading speed is 183 words per minute. This means it takes 4 hours and 24 minutes to read History of Pittsburgh Jazz, A: Swinging in the Steel City aloud.

What Reading Level is History of Pittsburgh Jazz, A: Swinging in the Steel City?

History of Pittsburgh Jazz, A: Swinging in the Steel City is suitable for students ages 10 and up.

Note that there may be other factors that effect this rating besides length that are not factored in on this page. This may include things like complex language or sensitive topics not suitable for students of certain ages.

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