Jazz I regard as an American folk music; not the only one, but a very powerful one which is probably in the blood and feeling of the American people more than any other style of folk music.
About this quote
- What does it mean?
- Jazz is described as a powerful folk music inherent to the American people and their identity.
- In plain terms
- Jazz is deep in the hearts of Americans.
- What can you take from it?
- Music reflects national identity.
Where it applies
Putting it to work
Questions to consider
- What defines American culture?
- How does music unite people?
Another view
It generalizes a diverse population.
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