Musicians from the Bop era

The Bop Era

1950 - 1969

The Golden Age

Explore the most accelerated evolution in jazz. From the fire of Bebop, the music branched into the soulful energy of Hard Bop and the restrained arrangements of Cool Jazz.

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The Fusion Era

1970 - 1989

The Electric Waves

Dive into the electrifying period where jazz collided with rock, funk, and soul. Discover the birth of Jazz Fusion and the diverse sounds that defined two decades.

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The Legacy Era

1970 onwards

The Next Waves

Discover the legacy of the post-bop era's creative big bang, which sent musicians hurtling into new directions like Spiritual Jazz and Afro-Jazz.

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