Early jazz style characterized by multiple improvisations in an ensemble of cornet or trumpet, clarinet, saxophone, trombone, piano, double bass, tuba, banjo, guitar, or drums.
Laid back style characterized by dense harmonies, lowered level of volume, and moderate tempos, and new lyricism.
Complex jazz style developed in the 1940s.
Was a small group, cool jazz style featuring mixed timbres and contrapuntal improvisations. (One instrument for each color, sometimes without piano)
