Jazz Jazz is a type of music that originated in the southern states of America during the early 20th century. Over time, many different styles of jazz have developed, using all sorts of line-ups, from a single piano to a swing band. read more
Jazz isn't an genre. It's more a collection of overlapping (if only periphrelly) styles. The core elements, historically, have been improvisation and synchopation. Ninety percent of jazz still has these characteristics and could be distinguished by a "swing-ing" feeling. read more