Jazz

Jazz is the sound of freedom — a genre born in the vibrant streets of New Orleans in the early 20th century, where African-American musicians fused blues, ragtime, spirituals, and marching band traditions into something entirely new. 

From the pioneering genius of Louis Armstrong and Duke Ellington to the bebop brilliance of Charlie Parker and Dizzy Gillespie, jazz has continuously reinvented itself. Miles Davis pushed boundaries across decades, from cool jazz to modal explorations and electric fusion. John Coltrane took the saxophone to spiritual heights, while Thelonious Monk crafted angular, unforgettable melodies that defied convention.

Jazz is conversation in musical form — call and response, tension and release, tradition and experimentation. It's the intimate warmth of a smoky club, the sophisticated swing of a big band, and the fearless exploration of the avant-garde. Whether you're drawn to the timeless elegance of vocal jazz, the intricate interplay of a classic quartet, or the boundary-pushing sounds of the modern era, jazz rewards deep listening with endless discovery.

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