Jazz Music
Definition of Jazz Music Hierarchical Category as it relates to Music
Jazz Music is a genre of music that originated in the African-American communities of New Orleans, United States, in the late 19th and early 20th centuries. It has roots in blues and ragtime, characterized by its complex and often improvised rhythms, expressive melodies, and rich harmonies. This genre includes various styles such as swing, bebop, and free jazz. It is often seen as a fusion of African musical traditions with Western music.
Child Hierarchical Categories
Acid Jazz
Afro-Cuban Jazz
Avant-Garde Jazz
Bebop
Big Band
Contemporary Jazz
Cool Jazz
Dixieland
Ethno Jazz
Experimental Jazz
Free Jazz
Gypsy Jazz
Hard Bop
Jazz Ambient
Jazz Blues
Jazz Country
Jazz Electronic
Jazz Funk
Jazz Fusion
Jazz Gospel
Jazz Hip Hop
Jazz Pop
Jazz Rap
Jazz Reggae
Jazz Rock
Jazz Soul
Latin Jazz
Modal Jazz
New Orleans Jazz
Piano Jazz
Post Bop
Smooth Jazz
Soul Jazz
Swing
Third Stream
Traditional Jazz
Vocal Jazz
West Coast Jazz