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Are you ready to celebrate International Jazz Day in style? Then join us for an exciting presentation on the history, style, and famous players of jazz music, followed by a fun quiz to test your knowledge and have some fun!

Jazz music is a genre that originated in the late 19th century in African American communities in New Orleans, Louisiana. It's characterized by improvisation, syncopated rhythms, and the use of instruments such as trumpets, saxophones, pianos, drums, and bass. Jazz music evolved over the years and gave birth to several sub-genres, such as swing, bebop, cool jazz, and fusion.

Some famous jazz players include Louis Armstrong, Duke Ellington, Charlie Parker, Miles Davis, and John Coltrane, just to name a few. These legendary musicians revolutionized jazz music and helped popularize it around the world.

Now that you know a little bit about jazz music, it's time for some fun! Use the image attached to this presentation to take a short quiz on what you've learned from our other calendar activities. The quiz will cover everything from jazz music history to famous players and styles. So put on your thinking cap and get ready to test your knowledge!

Whether you're a seasoned jazz fan or just discovering the genre for the first time, this presentation and quiz are a great way to celebrate International Jazz Day and learn more about this unique and influential genre of music. So join us and get ready to swing to the beat of jazz!