1930's

1930's
In this time period, a style of Jazz came about which was/is called "Swing". Before this, most Jazz groups were big bands and only performed small shows. Swing quickly became the dance music of the time due to its robust and invigorating sound. It brought people to dance halls almost every night and increased the popularity of Jazz. Swing includes quick and short melodies with thematic solos which made this type of music, of its own kind. Swing made a short revival in the 1990's when fueled by the "techno" music in Europe and America which brought back some old dances and small band concerts.
Another style during the 30's which was not as big as the Swing but seemed fitting during the time of the Great Depression when peoples morals were tested and people had to look towards somthing for enjoyment.. This style is called the Kansas City Style for its orgin in Kansas City. It was made up about a 8 person band and showcased highly energetic solos but still held a soulful and blusey sound to it
The last style during the 30's is called Gypsy Jazz. It originated by a French guitarist named Django Reinhhardt. It is an odd mix of American Swing, French dance hall "musette" and the folk strains of Eastern Europe. Another name for this style is Jazz Manouche and it contains quick cadences and drving rhythms. The types of intruments to give this style a certain sound is nylon stringed guitars, occasional violins and percussion as beat. Solos passed between guitarists and this style usually played in European Bars and small venues in America.