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swing
/ˈswɪŋ/
noun
a style of jazz played by big bands popular in the 1930s; flowing rhythms but less complex than later styles of jazz
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acid jazz
/ˈæsɪd dʒˈæz/
noun
Jazzy genre with funky and electronic elements, featuring improvisation, groovy rhythms, and soulful melodies
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avant-garde jazz
/ˈævəntɡˈɑːɹd dʒˈæz/
noun
Cutting-edge genre pushing the boundaries of traditional jazz, often characterized by experimental and unconventional techniques, structures, and improvisation
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bebop
/ˈbiˌbɑp/
noun
an early form of modern jazz (originating around 1940)
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chamber jazz
/tʃˈeɪmbɚ dʒˈæz/
noun
a style of jazz music that incorporates elements of classical chamber music
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ethno jazz
/ˈɛθnoʊ dʒˈæz/
noun
a genre of music that combines elements of jazz with ethnic or world music influences
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free jazz
/fɹˈiː dʒˈæz/
noun
a style of jazz that emphasizes improvisation and experimentation, often characterized by unconventional musical structures, tonalities, and techniques
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free funk
/fɹˈiː fˈʌŋk/
noun
a genre of music that combines elements of funk, jazz, and experimental improvisation
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soul jazz
/sˈoʊl dʒˈæz/
noun
a genre of music that blends elements of jazz and soul, characterized by groovy rhythms, soulful melodies, and improvisation over a blues-based structure
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jazz rap
/dʒˈæz ɹˈæp/
noun
a subgenre of hip hop that incorporates elements of jazz music, such as jazz samples, instrumentation, and improvisation, into its production and style
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orchestral jazz
/ɔːɹkˈɛstɹəl dʒˈæz/
noun
a style of jazz that incorporates large ensembles or orchestras, often featuring intricate arrangements and compositions, and blending jazz improvisation with classical instrumentation
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smooth jazz
/smˈuːð dʒˈæz/
noun
a genre of jazz characterized by its polished and accessible sound, often featuring melodic and laid-back improvisation over contemporary R&B, funk, and pop-influenced grooves
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punk jazz
/pˈʌŋk dʒˈæz/
noun
a genre that fuses punk rock with jazz, known for its rebellious spirit, improvisation, and experimental elements
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jazz fusion
/dʒˈæz fjˈuːʒən/
noun
a genre that combines elements of jazz and rock music, characterized by complex rhythms, virtuosic instrumentation, and improvisation
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hard bop
/hˈɑːɹd bˈɑːp/
noun
a style of jazz characterized by bluesy, soulful, and up-tempo performances with a focus on individual soloists
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gypsy jazz
/dʒˈɪpsi dʒˈæz/
noun
a style of jazz music that features virtuosic acoustic guitar playing, fast tempos, and improvisation influenced by Romani music
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jazz-funk
/dʒˈæzfˈʌŋk/
noun
a genre of music that combines elements of jazz and funk, characterized by groovy rhythms, strong bass lines, and improvisational solos
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nu jazz
/nˈuː dʒˈæz/
noun
a modern fusion of electronic elements with traditional jazz
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stride jazz piano
/stɹˈaɪd dʒˈæz pɪˈænoʊ/
noun
a style characterized by virtuosic solo piano playing with a distinct left-hand stride pattern
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funk
/ˈfəŋk/
noun
a style of dance music originated from African music and jazz, characterized by having a strong rhythm
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hip hop soul
/hˈɪp hˈɑːp sˈoʊl/
noun
a genre of music that blends elements of hip hop and R&B, characterized by soulful vocals, contemporary R&B production, and hip hop-inspired beats
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smooth soul
/smˈuːð sˈoʊl/
noun
a genre of music known for its polished and sophisticated blend of soul, R&B, and pop, often featuring smooth vocal harmonies and lush instrumentation
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progressive soul
/pɹəɡɹˈɛsɪv sˈoʊl/
noun
an innovative genre that fuses traditional soul with experimental elements, pushing the boundaries of song structures, arrangements, and production
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psychedelic soul
/sˌaɪkɪdˈɛlɪk sˈoʊl/
noun
a genre that blends R&B vocals with psychedelic elements, including distorted guitars, unconventional instrumentation, and surreal lyrics
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afro-soul
/ˈæfɹoʊsˈoʊl/
noun
a genre of music that combines soulful melodies, rhythms, and instrumentation with African musical influences, such as traditional African beats, languages, and cultural themes
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philadelphia soul
/fɪlɐdˈɛlfiə sˈoʊl/
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a lush and melodic genre that originated in Philadelphia, known for its rich orchestral arrangements, tight vocal harmonies, and themes of love and social commentary
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cinematic soul
/sˌɪnɪmˈæɾɪk sˈoʊl/
noun
a genre of music that combines soulful sounds with cinematic and orchestral elements, evoking a grand, epic, and emotionally resonant feel reminiscent of film scores
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rhythm and blues
/ɹˈɪðəm ænd blˈuːz/
noun
a type of music that combines elements of jazz and blues, developed by African-Americans in the 1940s
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soul music
/sˈoʊl mjˈuːzɪk/
noun
a type of music that is associated by gospel music with elements of R&B and an emphasis on vocals expressing intense emotions
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psychedelic funk
/sˌaɪkɪdˈɛlɪk fˈʌŋk/
noun
a groovy genre that blends funk with psychedelic elements, including distorted guitars, experimental instrumentation, and mind-bending effects
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neo soul
/nˈiːoʊ sˈoʊl/
noun
a contemporary genre that blends R&B, hip hop, and jazz influences, characterized by soulful vocals, organic instrumentation, and introspective lyrics
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jive
/ˈdʒaɪv/
noun
a style of jazz played by big bands popular in the 1930s; flowing rhythms but less complex than later styles of jazz
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Afro-Cuban jazz
/ˈæfɹoʊkjˈuːbən dʒˈæz/
noun
a fusion of jazz improvisation and harmony with Afro-Cuban rhythms, melodies, and instrumentation, blending African and Cuban musical traditions with jazz elements
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