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Jazz Jazz is an original American musical art form, originating around the early 1920's in New Orleans, rooted in Western music technique and theory, and is marked by the profound cultural contributions of African Americans. It is characterized by blue notes, syncopation, swing, call and response, polyrhythms, and improvisation. Jazz has been described as "America's Classical Music", and started in saloons throughout the nation.
Instruments: Guitar, Bass guitar, Saxophone, Trombone, Piano, Clarinet ,Trumpet, Double bass, Drums ,Vocals |
| HISTORY OF JAZZ |
Miles, Ornette, Cecil: Jazz Beyond Jazz (Hardcover)
by Howard Mandel (Author)
Subgenres Links:
The Bright Mississippi
100 All time Jazz Greats
