History of Jazz

Who founded the city of New Orleans?

• The Spanish

• The English

• The French

• Thomas Jefferson

During the French and Indian War, to whom did France lose control of New Orleans?

• Spain

• England

• The United States

• Thomas Jefferson

Who bought New Orleans after a long power struggle?

• The Spanish

• The English

• The French

• Thomas Jefferson

Which countries' cultural influences are present in New Orleans?

• France, Spain, and Italy

• France, England, and Spain

• England, Spain, and Portugal

• France, Germany, and Spain

Why did British slave owners ban slaves from performing their music?

• They enjoyed the music and wanted it for themselves.

• They feared the slaves could be plotting against the British.

• They wanted to promote British music only.

• They believed music was a distraction from work.

Where was Buddy Bolden born?

• Chicago

• New York City

• New Orleans

• Los Angeles

What was Buddy Bolden's role in the development of Jazz?

• He was a minor contributor.

• He was a key founder.

• He was a critic.

• He was a historian.

What does polyphony mean in the context of New Orleans Jazz?

• A) A single musician playing multiple instruments

• B) Many musicians playing independent lines that weave together to create the whole

• C) A type of dance associated with jazz music

• D) A specific instrument used in jazz bands

What rhythmic style is characteristic of New Orleans Jazz?

• A) Ballad

• B) Swing

• C) Waltz

• D) Samba

What is the primary way of feeling rhythm in Jazz music?

• Syncopation

• Swing

• Polyrhythm

• Improvisation