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Music - Jazz and Other African-American Music
Here you will learn some English words related to jazz and other African-American music such as "bebop", "funk", and "afro-soul".
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Jazzy genre with funky and electronic elements, featuring improvisation, groovy rhythms, and soulful melodies
Cutting-edge genre pushing the boundaries of traditional jazz, often characterized by experimental and unconventional techniques, structures, and improvisation
a style of jazz characterized by fast tempo, improvisation, and intricate melodies, originating in the 1940s
a style of jazz music that incorporates elements of classical chamber music
a genre of music that combines elements of jazz with ethnic or world music influences
a style of jazz that emphasizes improvisation and experimentation, often characterized by unconventional musical structures, tonalities, and techniques
a genre of music that combines elements of funk, jazz, and experimental improvisation
a genre of music that blends elements of jazz and soul, characterized by groovy rhythms, soulful melodies, and improvisation over a blues-based structure
a subgenre of hip hop that incorporates elements of jazz music, such as jazz samples, instrumentation, and improvisation, into its production and style
a style of jazz that incorporates large ensembles or orchestras, often featuring intricate arrangements and compositions, and blending jazz improvisation with classical instrumentation
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
a genre that fuses punk rock with jazz, known for its rebellious spirit, improvisation, and experimental elements
a genre that combines elements of jazz and rock music, characterized by complex rhythms, virtuosic instrumentation, and improvisation
a style of jazz characterized by bluesy, soulful, and up-tempo performances with a focus on individual soloists
a style of jazz music that features virtuosic acoustic guitar playing, fast tempos, and improvisation influenced by Romani music
a genre of music that combines elements of jazz and funk, characterized by groovy rhythms, strong bass lines, and improvisational solos
a style characterized by virtuosic solo piano playing with a distinct left-hand stride pattern
a style of dance music originated from African music and jazz, characterized by having a strong rhythm
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
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
an innovative genre that fuses traditional soul with experimental elements, pushing the boundaries of song structures, arrangements, and production
a genre that blends R&B vocals with psychedelic elements, including distorted guitars, unconventional instrumentation, and surreal lyrics
a genre of music that combines soulful melodies, rhythms, and instrumentation with African musical influences, such as traditional African beats, languages, and cultural themes
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
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
a type of music that combines elements of jazz and blues, developed by African-Americans in the 1940s
a type of music that is associated by gospel music with elements of R&B and an emphasis on vocals expressing intense emotions
a groovy genre that blends funk with psychedelic elements, including distorted guitars, experimental instrumentation, and mind-bending effects
a contemporary genre that blends R&B, hip hop, and jazz influences, characterized by soulful vocals, organic instrumentation, and introspective lyrics
a genre of music that emerged in the mid-20th century, closely associated with swing dancing
a subgenre of jazz marked by its infectious, propulsive rhythm, prominent use of brass and woodwind instruments, and its association with the swing era of the 1930s and 1940s
a fusion of jazz improvisation and harmony with Afro-Cuban rhythms, melodies, and instrumentation, blending African and Cuban musical traditions with jazz elements
