Question

Compare the instrumentation of a New Orleans jazz band to that of a swing band. 3 ways they are similar and 3 ways they are different.

Answer 1

A New Orleans Jazz band usually had cornet, clarinet, and a guitar to name a few. A swing band would have had saxophones, keyboards instead of pianos, and a double bass. A swing band would have a drum kit instead of individual drums like the New Orleans band.