Jazz History and Education

1. Introduction to Jazz
2. Jazz History by Decade
3. Important Jazz Musicians
4. Jazz Instruments

Introduction to Jazz

Born in America, jazz can be seen as a reflection of the cultural diversity and individualism of this country. At its core are openness to all influences, and personal expression through improvisation

• Jazz: An Overview
• Jazz Glossary
• Ten Classic Jazz Albums
• Ten Classic Jazz Singers
• Jazz and the Civil Rights Movement

Jazz History by Decade

Since the turn of the 20th century, jazz has been advancing at a furious speed. Read descriptions of jazz in each decade since 1900.

• Jazz By Decade: 1900 - 1910
• Jazz By Decade: 1910 - 1920
• Jazz By Decade: 1920 - 1930

• Jazz by Decade: 1930 - 1940
• Jazz by Decade: 1940 - 1950
• Jazz by Decade: 1950 - 1960

Important Jazz Musicians

Lists of jazz musicians categorized according to style.

• Ten Early Jazz Musicians
• Ten Swing Era Musicians
• Ten Bebop Musicians
• Five Latin Jazz Musicians

Jazz Instruments

An introduction to the instruments most commonly used in jazz.

• Trumpet
• Upright Bass
• Clarinet
• Drum Set

• Guitar
• Piano
• Saxophone
• Trombone