Jazz, a genre born from the African-American experience, was once considered exclusively for Black artists. However, a group of talented White musicians dared to challenge this notion. Their ...
A Smithsonian curator reflects back on the artistic legend, a "Renaissance man" with 28 Grammys to his name, who died Sunday at 91 years old Chris Klimek Musical instruments have existed for eons ...
All About Jazz has partnered with Jazz Promo Services to help musicians reach the largest mailing list of industry professionals worldwide. JPS, a staple for the last 14 years, provides direct mail ...
Jazz blends elements from varied traditions, including African and African American, religious, brass band, and blues styles. The improvisational music that results has a syncopated rhythm ...
To many, composed music and improvised music seem to be opposites, but in jazz, they merge in a unique fashion. It has been said that the best improvised music sounds composed, and that the best ...
Whether you find yourself grooving in the vibrant streets of New Orleans or sipping café au lait on the charming avenues of ...
Jazz is a genre that emerged out of the late 19th century with its roots in blues and ragtime. The music originated in the African-American communities of New Orleans, Louisiana, United States. A port ...