Jazz Foundation: What is Bebop?

Jazz Foundation: What is Bebop?

Bebop marked a fundamental shift in jazz. As the Swing Era faded and the music migrated from the ballroom floor to the nightclub stage, musicians formed innovative smaller groups that experimented with faster tempos and more sophisticated harmonic structures. Take a listen to our bebop playlist!

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