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contemporary jazz

[/kənˈtɛmpəreri dʒæz/]
noun
jazz contemporâneo
1. A style of jazz music that emerged in the late 20th century, incorporating modern elements, fusion styles, and experimental approaches while maintaining jazz's improvisational core
Contemporary jazz artists often blend traditional jazz with electronic instruments and world music influences.
Artistas de jazz contemporâneo frequentemente mesclam o jazz tradicional com instrumentos eletrônicos e influências musicais mundiais.
2. Jazz music performed by current musicians that reflects modern sensibilities and production techniques
The festival showcased contemporary jazz groups performing innovative compositions.
O festival apresentou grupos de jazz contemporâneo interpretando composições inovadoras.
NYC Slang
Con-jazz or modern jazz vibe
Synonyms
modern jazzfusion jazzneo-jazzavant-garde jazz
Antonyms
traditional jazzclassic jazzbebopswing

Regional Variations

General Brazilian
jazz contemporâneo
Standard term used throughout Brazil
Rio de Janeiro
jazz atual
Alternative informal usage
São Paulo
jazz contemporâneo
Preferred in music industry and academic contexts
Portugal
jazz contemporâneo
Standard European Portuguese term

Related Idioms & Phrases

pushing the boundaries of jazz
blending genres in jazz
the evolution of jazz
keeping jazz alive and fresh
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