Afro-Cuban Jazz

Description

Afro-Cuban Jazz is a fusion genre that combines elements of jazz with Afro-Cuban rhythms. It features complex percussion patterns, syncopated rhythms, and often incorporates instruments like congas, bongos, and timbales alongside traditional jazz instruments.

History

Afro-Cuban Jazz emerged in the early 1940s as musicians in the United States, particularly in New York City, began to experiment with blending jazz harmonies and improvisation with Cuban rhythms. Key figures in its development include Cuban musicians like Mario Bauzá and Chano Pozo, who collaborated with American jazz artists such as Dizzy Gillespie. This genre played a significant role in the development of Latin jazz and has influenced many subsequent musical styles.