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The Evolution of Jazz: America's Musical Art Form
Explore the rich history of jazz, a uniquely American genre that blends spirituals, gospel, ragtime, and blues into a dynamic, improvisational art form. Learn how jazz evolved from its early days in New Orleans to global popularity, with...
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Internet Multicasting Service: What Is Jazz?
A series of downloadable lectures about jazz, "America's classical music," by Dr. Billy Taylor, provides information on the origins and fundamentals of Jazz Music. Links to select an artist, style,or jazz geography.
NPR: National Public Radio
Npr: Miles Davis: "Kind of Blue"
This NPR Jazz Profile focuses on the recording of Miles Davis' innovative and influential jazz album, "Kind of Blue." Read about it, listen to the NPR Jazz Profile segment, and click to listen to some of the cuts from the famous album.
NPR: National Public Radio
Npr: Miles Davis: Miles' Style
Miles Davis couldn't leave jazz alone. You'll read on this NPR website how he developed his style from bebop to funk to jazz-fusion. Read about his innovations, listen to the NPR Jazz Profile segment, and click to hear some of Davis'...