Bebop

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In this article the writer discusses the roots and characteristics of bebop. The writer provides a brief history of the origins of jazz. This history includes information regarding R. & B., swing, and Rock n' Roll. The writer examines the role of minority artists in creating bebop.

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"The roots of jazz extend back to Africa, the slave trade and the musical alterations and blends that took place in what is now the United States. The music of blacks, whites, Hispanics and possibly even the indigenous peoples of North America was combined into folk styles, known as blues or gospel, played initially almost exclusively by African American musicians in the South. It was distinguished by syncopated rhythms and the use of bent tones known as blues notes in both vocals and instrumentals."

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