1940s Flashcards
1
Q
Why was bebop created?
A
The commercialisation of big band swing suppressed the individuality of the composer. Bebop aimed to revitalise the music, by taking it away from mass-market swing, and rejuvenating it as something to just listen to.
2
Q
How to Charlie Parker influence the development of bebop?
A
He enriched the music with new melodic phrases.
3
Q
How did Dizzy Gillespie influence the development of bebop?
A
He used chord extensions and adventurous harmonies.
4
Q
What are the key musical features of bebop?
A
Fast moving harmonic changes (two per bar).
Complex syncopation.
Very fast tempos.
Dissonance.
5
Q
Who are some of the main musicians of bebop?
A
Charlie Parker.
Dizzy Gillespie.
