Exploring Jazz, Black Civil Rights, and American Culture

Exploring Jazz, Black Civil Rights, and American Culture

Topics in Jazz, African American Culture, and American History

Jazz Music, African American Culture, Black Civil Rights
& American HistoryJazz originated in New Orleans, and it is often
connected to African American culture.
It reflects the spirit of innovation, creativity, and
freedom.Louder Than a Riot
How jazz has shaped American culture
Louis ArmstrongWhat a Wonderful World
Louis ArmstrongWhat do you know now about jazz?

Complete the following paragraphs; there is one box that is not necessary

1. Jazz is a kind of music in which
   Bimprovisation is typically an important part.
2. There is tremendous variety in jazz, but most jazz is very rhythmic,
   has a forward momentum called
   A
   "swing," and uses or "blue" notes.
3. Jazz can express many different
   C
   emotionsRoots of Jazz
   How jazz has shaped American culture

Jazz's Geographic Spread and Birthplace

Chicago
New York
Kansas city
swing
New Orleans - the
birthplace of jazz
Jazz was born in New Orleans
at the turn of the 20th century
and grew out of a complex
historical context.
In the 1920s, jazz spread
rapidly all across America,
through Chicago, New
York, Kansas City, and
across the Midwest to
California,

Matching Jazz Concepts and Locations

Match 1-6 with A-F

1. 
   Black Migration
   A.
   The birthplace of jazz
   B.
   African-Americans journey north in search of prosperity
   and freedom
2. 
   European Migrants
   C.
   where jazz grew up
   D. The impact of America's Melting pot
3. New York
   E.
   Jazz capital of the world
4. 
   Chicago
   F.
   A wide open town
5. 
   New Orleans
6. Kansas City

Roots of Jazz and Cultural Influences

Roots of Jazz
Chicago
New York
O
Kansas City
European Migrants
New Orleans
Black Migration

Jazz Music Scenes in New Orleans

BIG JOE'S
Jazz music scenes from "The Princess and the Frog"
in New Orleans

Listening Comprehension on Jazz Music

• What instruments can you hear in the scene?
• How does the music make you feel?
• What does jazz represent in New Orleans culture in the movie?
• How does the music create an atmosphere of celebration and freedom?

New Orleans and Jazz Music in Film

New Orleans is a city famous for jazz music, and the movie shows this
through its music.
The song "Down in New Orleans" at the start of the movie helps us feel
the lively, colorful energy of the city.
The music makes us think of the streets, the people, and the fun
atmosphere of the city.
Jazz is a big part of life there, and the movie uses jazz to make us feel like
we are really in New Orleans.
New Orleans in Disney's Tiana

Words Associated with Jazz

Write words that you know about jazz.
Student name:
Topic: JAZZ
ROOTS
ELEMENTS
STYLES
WHAT'S JAZZ?
MUSICIANS
INSTRUMENTS
SOCIETY
CITIES

Jazz as an American Music Genre

Jazz is an American music genre that developed in
the early 20th century, rooted in African American
musical traditions.
It combines elements of African rhythms, blues,
gospel, and European classical music.

Roots and Influences of Jazz

Jazz's roots are in African music traditions,
particularly in rhythm and improvisation.
Influences: blues, gospel and work songs that African
Americans sang in the South.

Cities and Jazz Evolution

Cities:
Jazz was born in New Orleans, a city with a cultural
mix of French, African, Spanish, and Caribbean
influences.
Over time, it spread to cities like Chicago, New York,
and Kansas City, where the music continued to
evolve.
These cities became hubs for jazz musicians and
shaped the different styles of jazz that emerged.

Jazz and Society

Society:
Jazz grew with the cultural and social changes in the
United States.
It became the soundtrack of the Roaring Twenties,
reflecting the excitement and social experimentation
of that era.
During the Civil Rights Movement, jazz also provided
a platform for African American musicians to express
their experiences.

Notable Jazz Musicians

Musicians:
Louis Armstrong: known for his trumpet playing and
singing, Armstrong brought jazz to the mainstream.
Duke Ellington: he brought sophistication and
complexity to jazz.
Charlie Parker: a saxophonist who helped create
bebop, a style of jazz.

Elements of Jazz Music

Elements of Jazz:
Improvisation: it is a spontaneous, unique music.
Swing: it's a sense of movement and flow.

Instruments in Jazz

Instruments in Jazz:
Trumpet
Saxophone
Piano
Drums
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