Treat It Gentle: An Autobiography is a memoir written by legendary jazz musician Sidney Bechet. The book chronicles Bechet's life from his childhood in New Orleans to his rise to fame as one of the most influential jazz musicians of the 20th century. Bechet describes his early experiences playing in the streets of New Orleans, his time with the famous Duke Ellington Orchestra, and his collaborations with other jazz greats such as Louis Armstrong and Charlie Parker. The book also delves into Bechet's personal life, including his relationships with women and his struggles with addiction. Throughout the book, Bechet reflects on his love of music and the role it played in his life, as well as the challenges he faced as a black musician in a segregated society. Treat It Gentle offers a fascinating glimpse into the life and career of one of jazz's most important figures, and is a must-read for anyone interested in the history of American music.This scarce antiquarian book is a facsimile reprint of the old original and may contain some imperfections such as library marks and notations. Because we believe this work is culturally important, we have made it available as part of our commitment for protecting, preserving, and promoting the world's literature in affordable, high quality, modern editions, that are true to their original work.