But Beautiful: A Book about Jazz

Dyer's lyrical approach gives these stories a timeless feel, but I'm curious what motivated him to choose this style over a traditional biography.

The essays evoke a sense of longing for a bygone era. Did the mood resonate with others, or was it just me feeling wistful for lost moments in music history?

The collection weaves history, personal reflection, and musical analysis. I wonder whether the arrangement was deliberate to mirror jazz improvisation or evolved naturally.