FAQ About The Influence of Jazz on Modern Music

Jazz has influenced classical music in various ways, primarily through the incorporation of jazz rhythms, harmonies, and improvisational techniques. Composers such as George Gershwin and Leonard Bernstein incorporated jazz elements into their compositions, creating works that blend classical music with jazz styles. Gershwin's "Rhapsody in Blue" and Bernstein's "West Side Story" are notable examples where jazz rhythms and bluesy scales have been integrated into orchestral settings.