Jazz As Americas Music

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Many historians and scholars call jazz Americas Native Art Form, or Americas Music, or some other version of this title. Basically, since jazz was Born in the USA, and it is pretty uniquewhen compared to other musical styles from other places (like Europe or Asia)these folks claim jazz as our music, as our unique art. I think there is a lot of validity to this claim; jazz is rather uniquely American and it represents a lot of the things that we are (and were) pretty well.

But, of course, its not a perfect claim. There are probably reasons we could point to as to why calling jazz Americas Music is less-than perfect. Among other things, jazz is still kind of elitist and only really represents a small percentage of the American Experience. My cowboy grandpa probably couldnt be further removed from jazz (at least in his own telling of the story). Anytime we try to identify one person or one artistic movement as the thing that represents a huge community, we are going to find things to complain about.

Still, I think the idea of having that one thing to represent something complex is an interesting one. So, what about you? What could you use to represent yourself? What songs, pieces, or artists do you think might some closest to explaining you?

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It’s true that pinning down a single thing to represent oneself is tricky! We’re all a blend of influences, experiences, and emotions. But trying to do so can be a fun exercise. Here’s what I’d use to represent myself:

  • Music:

    • Classical: I’d go with the music of Johann Sebastian Bach. His works are complex, intricate, and full of intellectual depth. They also have a timeless quality that resonates with me.

    • World Music: I’m fascinated by the diverse musical traditions of the world. I love the rhythmic complexity of Indian classical music, the soulful sounds of West African drumming, and the captivating melodies of Irish traditional music.

    • Modern Pop: I’m not above enjoying a catchy pop song! Someone like Florence + the Machine with their powerful vocals and imaginative lyrics hits a chord with me.

  • Art:

    • Impressionism: I find the Impressionists’ use of light and color incredibly captivating. The works of Claude Monet are particularly inspiring to me.

    • Surrealism: The dreamlike, often bizarre, imagery of Surrealism appeals to my sense of the absurd and the uncanny. Salvador Dali is a favorite artist of mine.

    • Contemporary Art: I’m drawn to the experimental and conceptual nature of much contemporary art. I find the works of Marina Abramović to be particularly powerful.

  • Literature:

    • Classics: I have a soft spot for the great works of English literature. Jane Austen‘s wit and social commentary always delight me, while Charles Dickens‘s exploration of social inequality and human nature is deeply moving.

    • Fantasy: I love the imaginative worlds and epic storytelling of J.R.R. Tolkien and Ursula K. Le Guin.

    • Nonfiction: I’m a voracious reader of nonfiction, particularly biographies, memoirs, and works exploring social issues.

This is just a glimpse, of course. There are many other forms of art and expression that resonate with me. But ultimately, I think the best way to represent myself is through my actions, my interactions with others, and the unique blend of qualities that make me who I am.

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