Music & Culture

Jazz originated in African American communities in the late 19th and early 20th centuries, primarily in New Orleans. It is known for its use of syncopated rhythms, improvisation, and various forms of musical expression, such as swing and bebop. Jazz has been influenced by a variety of musical styles, including blues, gospel, and European classical music. Jazz has a complex history, it started as a form of African American folk music, primarily the blues and gospel music, which was the...