Nastasia Tamarkin
10 April 2016
AP Language
Jazz Part B: Essay Outline

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Introduction a b c Jazz is not something to be considered an annoyance of threat. Jazz is continued to be looked up upon and appreciated by many regions around the world, such as
New Orleans, Louisiana.
How could a genre of music that bonds both African American and European history be considered a threat, or not needed?
I believe that Jazz music should continue to flourish and continue to represent different cultures through sound.

II Body d II

Jazz is an expression of feelings, emotions, and a story of history. Although this is true, some would argue that it is purely an act of random, irritating chords and sounds. e
Jazz has been a cure and an uplifting medicine for Americans during the Great
Depression. It has so much meaning and combines cultures from all over the world. It is one of the only aspects in world culture that almost any country can connect and relate to. There is Jazz music relating to African Americans,
Europeans, Latinos, and even Cubans! f People will argue that Jazz is just something to keep people busy, and that it is hyped up for what is really is. In reality, Jazz is not understood enough, and not fully understood for what it really is trying to represent. Not many people listen to
Jazz and know that is a combination of different customs and traditions.
Conclusion
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While people find Jazz music to serve as a threat, and to be annoying, it is actually a fascinating genre of music that has tons of little aspects from all over the world. People will continue to critique this style of music but it will always represent a piece of history for everyone it all different parts of the world.