jazz band

jaz band

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Definition

Instrumental ensemble specializing in the performance of jazz music, composed of a woodwind section, a brass section, and a rhythm section. The size of the jazz band can vary from a trio to an entire jazz orchestra. Vocalists are often part of the jazz band.

The modern jazz band instrumentation

WOODWINDS	BRASS	RHYTHM SECTION
Flute * B♭ Clarinet * Bass Clarinet * Soprano Saxophone * Alto Saxophones Tenor Saxophones Baritone Saxophone Bass Saxophone *	Horns * Trumpets Flugelhorns * Trombones Tuba *	Electric Guitar Piano String Bass Drum Kit Vibraphone * Marimba * Unpitched Percussion *

* This is an instrument not always found in a typical jazz band. Occasionally parts are written for these instruments and the large amateur or professional jazz band will try to be faithful to the composer's wishes.

Last Updated: 2016-05-19 18:15:22

jazz band

Definition

The modern jazz band instrumentation

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