Describe jazz as a musical genre and cultural phenomenon. Include major African American musicians of the Jazz Age
Please provide the best answer for the statement.
Answer: The ideal response should:
a. Define jazz as an American art form blending African and European aspects.
b. Note the free and open nature of jazz music including concerns that jazz reinforced stereotypes.
c. Mention Louis Armstrong and other major figures.
d. Include the role of women such as Ethel Waters in jazz as well as the opportunities afforded by a musical genre that emphasized African American talents.
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