Swing Jazz

Description

Swing Jazz is characterized by a strong rhythm section of double bass and drums, medium to fast tempos, and a 'swinging' rhythm that emphasizes the off-beat. It often features brass and woodwind instruments, such as trumpets, trombones, and saxophones, and is known for its lively and upbeat sound.

History

Swing Jazz evolved in the early 1930s in the United States as a form of jazz music that incorporated a more structured and danceable rhythm. It became extremely popular during the Swing Era, which lasted from the mid-1930s to the mid-1940s. Big bands led by musicians like Duke Ellington, Count Basie, and Benny Goodman were at the forefront of this movement, bringing jazz to mainstream audiences.