Latin jazz

Latin jazz is a vibrant musical genre that blends jazz improvisation and harmony with Latin American rhythms such as mambo, salsa, and samba. It features percussion instruments like congas and timbales, alongside traditional jazz elements like brass, woodwinds, and piano. This fusion creates energetic, rich, and danceable music that highlights rhythmic complexity and improvisation. Latin jazz originated in the Caribbean and New York City in the mid-20th century, fostering collaboration between jazz musicians and Latin percussionists. Its dynamic sound celebrates cultural diversity and musical innovation, making it a influential and lively form of contemporary jazz.