A biographical montage of Jazz and Swing musicians who have played in Rhode Island. Its intent is to give due recognition to these great musicians who have contributed to the musical tapestry of this particular musical style in Rhode Island. Some musicians are native Rhode Islanders and others are from elsewhere. All have played in Rhode Island and have left their unique impression. A short history of Jazz and Swing music in Rhode Island is offered, noting the prominent sites where this style of music was performed on a regular basis. The book is adorned with photographs and other images of many of these talented musicians and the setting in which they played. This is a sequel to Whose Who in Rhode Island Jazz: c. 1925 - 1988 by Lloyd Kaplan and Robert Petteruti.
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