The Birth of Jazz
Where was jazz born?
What is New Orleans?
What is improvisation in jazz?
What is creating melodies spontaneously?
Who was Jelly Roll Morton?
What is a pianist and composer?
In what decade did jazz become linked with the Civil Rights Movement?
What is the 1960s?
What genres has jazz fused with in modern times?
What are hip-hop and electronic music?
What musical styles contributed to the development of jazz?
What are African American music and other styles?
What is syncopation?
What are unexpected rhythm patterns?
What instrument did King Oliver play?
What is the cornet?
What type of music emerged during the Civil Rights Movement?
What is "freedom music"?
Why is jazz considered a unique contribution to world music?
It reflects America's history of diversity and struggle.
What is characterized by improvisation and personal expression?
What is jazz?
What are blues notes?
What are slightly flattened notes for expressive effect?
Who was Louis Armstrong?
What is an innovative trumpet player and singer?
How did musicians use jazz to express desires for equality?
They used their art for social commentary.
How is jazz enjoyed by people today?
What is played and enjoyed globally?
How did field hollers and work songs contribute to jazz?
They allowed African Americans to express themselves and their struggles.
Define "call and response" in jazz.
What is a musical conversation between instruments?
What did Sidney Bechet play?
What is the clarinet and saxophone?
What does jazz continue to represent today?
What is freedom of expression and creativity?
What does jazz represent in terms of individual expression?
What is a symbol of freedom?
How did jazz serve as a voice of freedom for African Americans?
Jazz became a way to communicate when language was restricted.
Can you name another music style that uses improvisation?
What is (students' answer, e.g., rock, blues)?
How did the Great Migration affect jazz musicians?
They moved to Chicago for more opportunities and freedom.
How has jazz adapted to different cultures around the world?
It includes local musical traditions in different countries.
How has the evolution of jazz influenced musicians worldwide?
It continues to inspire musicians and listeners globally.