SKU: 3573637068

Hearing Double: Jazz, Ontology, Auditory Culture

Sale price$53.91 Regular price$59.90
Save 10%

Pay in installments of $14.97 with ShopPay, AfterPay and Klarna

Shipping Estimate
USA
  • USA
  • CAN

Ships within 48 hours · Estimated delivery Jul 23 - Jul 28

Promo Codes Available:

For Your Every Summer RSVP, with Code: SUMMER15

Description

Hearing Double: Jazz, Ontology, Auditory CultureWhen we talk about a jazz "standard" we usually mean one of the many songs that jazz musicians repeatedly play as part of their core repertoire. But unlike musical works in the tradition of so called classical music, standards whether plucked from the "Great American Songbook" or from recordings by other jazz musicians are always being transformed in performance. They are rearranged and improvised upon, given new chords and altered melodies. These

When we talk about a jazz "standard" we usually mean one of the many songs that jazz musicians repeatedly play as part of their core repertoire. But unlike musical works in the tradition of so-called classical music, standards--whether plucked from the "Great American Songbook" or from recordings by other jazz musicians--are always being transformed in performance. They are rearranged and improvised upon, given new chords and altered melodies. These transformations might be small and seemingly unimportant, or they might be radical revisions. Which raises the question: across all of these various performances, what gives a standard its identity?

In Hearing Double author Brian Kane answers that question by offering a new theory of musical works that can account for the unique challenges presented by standards. Building from the bottom up--from the actual practices of jazz musicians toward their philosophical implications--he gives a comprehensive theory of how a standard can undergo radical musical transformations yet remain identifiable. Through an analysis of the historical and cultural conditions under which standards came to prominence he shows how popular music from the 1930s to the 1960s was circulated and distributed and provides new insight into why the era of the standard emerged when it did. In addition, Kane addresses the aesthetic significance of standards and describes a special mode of listening that standards require. According to Kane, we effectively "hear double"--hearing an ideal song in our minds at the same time as we hear the live performance with our ears. Filled with case studies and music analysis, Hearing Double will draw the reader's attention to unheard aspects of jazz performance as well as unrecognized philosophical, social, and cultural dimensions of the jazz repertoire.

Shipping Notes
  • Free Standard Shipping on $100+ Orders to the USA.
  • Except Preorder products are shipped in 48 hours.
  • Delivery to the USA:
  1. Standard Shipping : 3-10 business days
  • If time is of the essence, please consider selecting expedited delivery for faster service.
Exchange/Return Notes
  • We offer a 30-day return/exchange service after receiving.
  • Final sale items are not eligible for returns or exchanges.
  • To process your return/exchange, please contact us at [email protected]
  • Please click here for more details>>> Return & Exchange Policy
SKU: 3573637068

Discover Niche Categories That Outsell

Top-Converting Item to Boost Your Average Order

4.1 ★★★★★
Based on 27 reviews
Sort
Highest Rating
Newest First
Oldest First
Product Reviews
J
Verified Purchase
J&S
Belleville, US
★★★★★ 2
Not quite right….
Color: White, Size: Standard
I’m torn on this pillow. While it does have merit, there were some serious “flaws” for me. I am a side sleeper and I’ve been on the hunt for a neck supportive pillow. This didn’t have that for me. The night started with good possibility, but I woke up several hours in and found the pillow flat where I was; all the filling had moved to the top. It IS very cool to the touch and I could definitely tell it was cool while sleeping on it. The loft of this pillow is fine, but not stupendous, and the softness was pretty great. Overall, just not the best. If the filling had stayed put through the night, I might’ve kept, but as it was, I returned.
WAS THIS REVIEW HELPFUL?YesReportShare
Reviewed in the United States on September 22, 2025
T
Verified Purchase
Theresa
Lexington, US
★★★★★ 5
Does the job!
Color: White, Size: Standard
This pillow offers superb support and stays cool. It replaced my previous one from a couple years back. I did notice that, like so many things, it isn’t as full as my previous one but still offers a good nights rest for this side sleeper.
WAS THIS REVIEW HELPFUL?YesReportShare
Reviewed in the United States on February 3, 2026
T
Verified Purchase
The Traveler
Grantham, US
★★★★★ 5
Desert dwellers love these
Size: King
These pillows are incredible. They keep our heads cool and comfortable all night long. Extremely well made and no funky smell.
WAS THIS REVIEW HELPFUL?YesReportShare
Reviewed in the United States on April 15, 2026
P
Verified Purchase
Patricia
Waukegan, US
★★★★★ 5
COOLING MEMORY FOAM PILLOW
Size: Queen
THESE PILLOW ARE GREAT!! THEY SEND A SMALL POUCH OF ADDITIONAL FOAM THAT CAN BE ADDED WHEN YOU NEED TO ADJUST TO YOUR COMFORT. THEY STAY COOL AND THAT IS THE BEST THING FOR THAT PERSON WHO IS ALWAYS HOT.
WAS THIS REVIEW HELPFUL?YesReportShare
Reviewed in the United States on April 1, 2026
K
Verified Purchase
Kyle
Los Angeles, US
★★★★★ 5
No stiff neck-- just as promised!
Size: Queen
Like most people I have tried all kinds of pillows to receive my stiff neck--to no avail. I decided to spend the extra money on this (since it was returnable) expecting it not to deliver, but in hopes that it would. I am happy to say the pillow provides great support, yet is fluffy and malleable. It looks a little flat out of the box, but give it an hour or so and it expands to full "fluff". The pillow is very comfortable, provides amazing support despite its soft, fluffy feel. Not being sculpted or rigid foam, it is easy to adjust and get the right support. Somehow it works! I have not had a stiff neck since I bought this. I did add about half the bag of extra material, but removed some because it was a little too much for me. The stuffing is clean, uniform and looks pristine. It comes with a beautiful pillow case that is thick and smooths out any "lumps" (which there aren't anyway because the filling is so soft and uniform.) I plan to order another one for our other home. Highly recommend.
WAS THIS REVIEW HELPFUL?YesReportShare
Reviewed in the United States on February 12, 2026

recommand products