Drums speak too: An examination of modern percussion instruments in the jazz idiom

Jazz has been a leading force in the evolution of music in the United States. The complexity of rhythmic and harmonic languages has grown from the birth of jazz improvisation. Modern percussion instruments played a fundamental role in the development of rhythmic language. Improvised figures between the soloist and sectionals have cultivated a vocabulary still utilized by modern drummers and percussionists today. Moreover, evolving styles matured into a more sophisticated language, demanding a more refined instrument. This presentation explores the development of modern percussion instruments within jazz and improvised music, focusing on the historical and cultural aspects impacting the evolution of percussion instruments. Investigations of stylistic approaches and influences on musical styles will also be examined.

https://doi.org/10.1121/10.0011036

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