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The geometry of music

Simplifying Complexity

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The Influence of Non-Western Music on Jazz and Popular Music

This chapter explores how non-Western music, particularly the musical traditions of people of African heritage, influenced the development of jazz and popular music. It discusses the creation of hybrid styles like blues, the incorporation of drums in ensembles, and the overall influence of jazz, pop music, and rock.

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