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This style of writing music for the piano is the predecessor to jazz. It incorporates strong beats accented by a bouncing left hand part with syncopated melodies played by the right hand.  

A style of jazz that followed the swing era and returned to improvisation. It was led by artists such as Dizzy Gillespie, Charlie Parker, Miles Davis and returned to small instrumental ensembles (the Quintet).

This battle between union and confederate forces raged from 1861 to 1865 and was the most divisive event in U. S. history.

Music that brings to mind images or associations other than purely musical notions.

This style emerged in 1980’s and was originally rapid recitation in rhyme over sampled sound. Later artists created live musical backgrounds. It began as the voice of inner city America and included vulgar lyrics that glamorize violence, drugs, and street life.

The group resisted the influences of disco and pop and remained Rock band throughout the 1970’s and 80’s.  Their long list of hits includes “Walk This Way” and “Dude Looks Like a Lady”

A popular 1970’s disco band that included horns and keyboards with drums and guitars.

The group of players includes trumpet, saxophone, piano, bass, and drums and was the most popular combination for Bebop.

This inclusive category with diverse artists and styles embraces music that denies itself inclusion in other styles. Folk music and other qualities are blended into sounds not found in Rap or Hip-Hop.  

A style of African American music created from the combining of gospel music and rhythm and blues.