Scott is a musician, so when he makes note of a book pertaining to music we pay attention. Here are three melodic titles he recommends.
3 Shades of Blue: Miles Davis, John Coltrane, Bill Evans, and the Lost Empire of Cool by James Kaplan
Scott says:
A compelling recounting of the life stories of three luminaries of jazz and their creation of what many consider the greatest jazz recording of all time, Miles Davis's "Kind of Blue."
Holding the Note: Profiles in Popular Music by David Remnick
Scott says:
More than just a collection of "profiles" of some of the greatest popular musicians of our time--from Dylan to Pavarotti to Patti Smith--these essays illuminate the inner lives of these artists and the songs that defined an era.
Blue Note: Uncompromising Expression by Richard Havers
Scott says:
The perfect gift for lovers of jazz and authentic musical expression -- a vivid history of one of the most important and influential record labels of our time.