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I'm a beginner and I'm interested in learning more about the history of jazz music.
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Jazz is an American musical art form that originated from African-American roots, combining elements of blues, gospel, and European classical music. It developed during the early 20th century as a combination of African-American spirituals, work songs, field hollers, marches, and dances. In the 1920s and 1930s, it became popular among African Americans living in the southern United States, who created their own distinct style of playing instruments such as the trumpet, saxophone, and piano. During this time, musicians began to improvise on existing melodies and create new ones, creating a unique sound. This new style spread throughout the country and eventually evolved into what we know today as jazz.