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Bolden, Tonya

Take-Off: American All-Girl Bands during WWII

76 pp. | Knopf | May, 2007 | Trade ISBN 978-0-375-82797-6 $18.99 | Library ISBN 978-0-375-92797-3 $21.99
(3) YA With male musicians being drafted during World War II, women were able to temporarily break barriers and perform jazz. Bolden tells their stories, including the opposition they faced. The energetic narrative includes many quotes and lots of jive vocabulary that may challenge some readers but will appeal to others. Vibrant black-and-white photographs illustrate the pages. A discography and CD are included. Reading list. Bib., ind.
Reviewer: Barbara Barstow

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