Big Band Music

Big Band music is a style of jazz that gained popularity in the 1930s and 1940s, characterized by large orchestras typically consisting of 10 to 25 musicians. These ensembles featured sections of brass, woodwinds, and rhythm instruments, creating a rich, full sound. Big Band music often includes arranged compositions and improvisation, making it lively and danceable. It played a significant role in the swing era, influencing dance styles like the Lindy Hop. Famous bands led by Duke Ellington, Count Basie, and Benny Goodman helped shape this vibrant genre, which remains influential in jazz and popular music today.