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Exploring the multifaceted life of music icon Miles Davis, this graphic novel immerses readers in a vibrant, synesthetic experience. It delves into his artistic evolution, capturing the essence of his sound and the various phases of his career. Through striking visuals and compelling storytelling, the narrative reveals the complexities of his personality and the impact of his music on the world, making it a unique tribute to a legendary figure in jazz history.

What begins as one woman's search for her own artistic courage unravels into a stunning look into what jazz music can teach us about our search for the truest versions of ourselves.For decades, seasoned players on the scene have spoken in whispered tones about The a mysterious meeting place for jazz history - a place where ghosts from this music's storied past spring to life for those courageous enough to enter.When Jessie Choi's mentor Jimmy Hightower collapses at a gig and loses consciousness, she finds herself reluctantly pulled back into the jazz scene she abandoned years earlier. In investigating the music and mystery behind Jimmy's comatose state, every thread leads to the same is Jimmy somehow trapped in this enigma known as The Blue? In her search to save her teacher, Jessie rubs shoulders with legends, uncovers the secret history of Blue Note Records, and faces her own deepest fears.

The graphic novel tells the story of Bird’s time in L.A. starting in December 1945, where Bird and Dizzy Gillespie brought frenetic sounds of bebop from the East Coast jazz underground to the West Coast for a two-month residency at Billy Berg’s Hollywood jazz club.

Includes QR code link for download of original songs that complement/accompany the book.