Jazz is a truly American sound that originated in the early 1900's. It's development through Ragtime, Big Band, Swing etc. led to a very rich art form with an exploding diversity and variety of styles. Jazz always had a tendency to throw aside the rules in its sheer exuberance, scales and notes got short shrift, and improvisation became its soul. Jazz can really grab and transport you - leading you to want an encore performance!
