List three artists whose musical style incorporates elements of rock, soul, punk, hip-hop or other vernacular popular styles. Cite one recording for each that exemplifies that hybridization.

John Coltrane’s early period is primarily concerned with… The “Classic Quartet,” modal or static harmony, extended performances. Miles & Monk, song forms, “sheets of sound,” functional harmony. Elements of free jazz, larger ensembles, glossolalia.

Name three effects of W.W.II on the band business during the Swing Era.

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On the Miles Davis album, “Bitches Brew” the role of the bass clarinet is… Coloristic and textural Extended improvised solos An alternate or additional bass line in the rhythm section. A & B B & C A & C

What year is cited as the beginning of “The Swing Era”? What specific event is usually mentioned in this regard?

Why were many pianists in early jazz bands women?

What technological, social & economic developments allowed ragtime to be the first widespread popular music craze?

Who were the Creoles of Color?

What were the “Black Codes” or “Codes Noir?”