Jazz is a music genre that originated in the African-American communities of New Orleans, Louisiana, in the late 19th and early 20th centuries, characterized by swing and blue notes, complex chords, call and response vocals, polyrhythms, and improvisation.
The history of music encompasses the development of musical expression from prehistoric times to the present, reflecting cultural, social, and technological changes across civilizations.
An orchestra is a large instrumental ensemble typical of classical music, comprising sections of strings, woodwinds, brass, and percussion instruments. It performs a wide range of repertoire, including symphonies, concertos, and operatic works.