Jazz Music in the 1920s

      Throughout the  history of the United States, various trends have consumed the people for a decade or two. One of the most beloved, and well-known eras was the Jazz Age. This took place during the "Roaring Twenties" from approximately 1920 until 1930. A major aspect of the Jazz Age was Jazz Music. This was a revolutionary time for musicians experimenting with new styles of music. At first, Jazz Music was critized by the older generations who prefered more traditional styles of music, and were afraid it was tainting their culture. However, Jazz Music quickly took hold of the younger generations. It especially took off so quickly, as a form of response to alcohol prohibition which was also going on at about the same time.
      Some of the well-known musicians and bands of the Jazz Era were Louis Armstrong, Fletcher Henderson, and other orchestras in Chicago and later on New Orleans. Most orchestras had approximately seven to twelve musicians in their group. Many of them could not pick their own material to perform, since their recording companies would do so for them. However, the music still flourished and quickly caught on. Its influence has become so strong, that many artists are still inspired by the music from that era. It has come to be known as one of the most joyous and reckless times in United States history.