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Jazz spans a wide and sometimes confusing range of music and styles. Perhaps this summary will help you determine the kind of jazz band that you are most interested in. jazz bands 1 jazz bands 2 jazz bands 3 jazz bands 4 jazz bands 5 Ragtime Jazz BandStrictly speaking this is not a jazz style, but it is often thought of as one of the precursors of jazz. It dates from the latter half of the 19th Century. The majority of rags were originally written as piano pieces, but many well-known pieces have been arranged for other instrument combinations. Ragtime is primarily a composed form. Unlike jazz it doesn’t contain improvisation, although many rag themes have subsequently been used for jazz improvisation. They are exuberant in mood and are usually played at a steady speed. Distinctive features include a bouncy, off-beat melody against a strong bass line, often in jazz bands larger than the jazz quartet. The most famous composer of rags is Scott Joplin. He wrote more than 600 of these. His best- known pieces include The Entertainer and Maple Leaf Rag.
jazz quartets 1 jazz quartets 2 jazz quartets 3 jazz quartets4 New Orleans Style Jazz Band This occurred from 1910- 1930. The most common instrumental line-up for this style is: cornet/trumpet, trombone, clarinet, double bass/tuba, banjo/guitar, sometimes piano and drums. The most distinctive feature is the inter-play between the front- line instruments (cornet/trumpet, trombone and clarinet). They all improvise at the same time (collective improvisation), creating a texture that is unique. As a result of this, the music can sound strident, but it is always lively and up- beat. A New Orleans piece will usually include some solos. The most famous band- leader in this style is Louis Armstrong who would often perform with his jazz trio.
jazz trios 1 jazz trios 2 jazz trios 3 jazz trios 4 Dixieland Jazz GroupsThis dates from the same period as New Orleans jazz, and is similar in style. The principle difference is the lack of solos. Most pieces are based on collective improvisation throughout the jazz jazz groups. In Dixieland Jazz Groups Lively speeds are common
jazz groups 1 jazz groups 2 jazz groups 3 jazz groups 4 Chicago Style jazz bandsAgain, this is similar to New Orleans jazz. The whole ensemble will usually play at the beginning and end of a piece, with collective improvisation from the front- line. A succession of solos will occur in the middle. Chicago style jazz bands are usually more boisterous than New Orleans jazz.
jazz duos jazz duos jazz duos jazz duos Swing Jazz bands and Jazz singersA completely new style that occurred during the 1930s. Big bands became popular, with the 13-piece band being common. The standard instrumental line-up for a swing band is: 3 trumpets, 2 trombones, 4 reeds(usually saxophones), piano, guitar, double bass and drums. The sound is distinctively rich and full, with characteristic inter-play between the brass and reed sections, who often share out the melodic work. Improvised solos are common, often by jazz singers who feature prominently in swing jazz bands. At the time much of this music was used for dancing. Famous band –leaders of the period include Duke Ellington and Count Basie. Famous soloists include Lester Young and Benny Goodman.
jazz singers jazz singers jazz singers jazz singers Bebop Jazz Bands This gradually appeared during the 1940s as a reaction against the increasing commercialism of Swing. Smaller ensembles were the norm, with a typical ensemble comprising: trumpet, saxophone, piano, double bass and drums. The jazz pianist comes to the for in this jazz form. Bebop harmony tends to consist of quite complex chords, and players improvise freely over these. Improvisations are usually technically demanding, showing off the players command of their instrument, and they generally move a long way from the original theme of the piece(which will be played by the ensemble at the beginning and end of the piece). Unlike Swing, this music is to be listened to and is not for dancing. Famous band- leaders of the period include Dizzy Gillespie, Charlie Parker and Thelonious Monk.
jazz pianists jazz pianists jazz pianists jazz pianists Cool Jazz BandsCool jazz dates from the 1950s. Band sizes at the time were flexible, but smaller ensembles were often more commercially viable. The standard instrumentation of trumpet, trombone, saxophone, piano, double bass and drums remains the heart of a large ensemble, but there were also experiments with instruments such as the French horn, alto flute and bass clarinet to create special effects. The dominant feature of the style is its calm, relaxed playing and warm sound. Solos are common often from jazz vocalists. Some of the best- known musicians of this period include Gerry Mulligan and Miles Davis.
jazz vocalists jazz vocalists jazz vocalists jazz vocalists Hard Bop Jazz Bands This is another style from the 1950s, and contrasts hugely with cool jazz. The music is earthy and extrovert with prominent drumming. It is usually lively, with a sense of driving forward. Like Bebop, ensembles tend to be small, with a typical comprising trumpet, saxophone, piano, double bass and drums but often with prominent jazz guitarists in the mix. Famous musicians from this style include Dizzy Gillespie, Quincy Jones and John Coltrane.
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