Jazz was born in New Orleans around the turn of the 20th century, shaped by African American musical traditions like blues, ragtime, and spirituals mixed with European harmonies. In places like Congo Square, enslaved people gathered on Sundays to play music, blending West African rhythms with European instruments. This fusion laid the foundation for jazz, a genre known for its syncopation, improvisation, and cultural diversity.
In the 1920s, jazz spread across the U.S. through dance halls, records, and radio, ushering in the Jazz Age. Musicians like Louis Armstrong defined the sound and spirit of jazz. Over time, styles like swing, bebop, and cool jazz emerged, pushing the genre’s boundaries.
In Korea, jazz took root during the Japanese colonial period, with the Korean Jazz Band performing at Gyeongseong Broadcasting Station in 1929. After the Korean War, jazz gained broader popularity among the Korean public, with Korean musicians infusing tunes with local melodies and instruments. Today, groups like Black String combine traditional Korean instruments such as the daegeum and janggu with jazz improvisation, creating a rich, evolving sound.
Saejin An For The Junior Times junior/1750661873/1613367831
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