Willie Dixon: Preacher of the Blues - Paperback

by Mitsutoshi Inaba (Author)

This book examines the career of Willie Dixon, detailing his skills as a singer, songwriter, arranger, and producer. This volume also charts the development of his songwriting techniques from his early professional career to his mature period, exploring his philosophy of songwriting and its social, historical, and cultural background.

Author Biography

Mitsutoshi Inaba has a PhD in musicology and ethnomusicology from the University of Oregon. He has taught courses on blues history, African American music history, and rock history.