Arts and Music · Topic 39 of 52
Jazz
⭐ MasteredJazz is a style of music that began in the United States and uses improvisation, swing rhythms and blue notes. Famous jazz musicians include Louis Armstrong and Ella Fitzgerald.
💡 Fun fact
The word jazz was first used in music in the early 1900s.
All about Jazz
Jazz is a style of music that began in the United States. It uses improvisation, swing rhythms and blue notes. Louis Armstrong and Ella Fitzgerald are famous jazz musicians.
Jazz has influenced many other kinds of music.
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Real-life uses of Jazz
- Learning about improvisation
- Listening to live bands
- Playing in school ensembles
Frequently asked questions about Jazz
What is improvisation?
Making up music as you play.
Where did jazz begin?
In the United States.