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Which Instruments are used in Jazz

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10th October 2019
As with all di!erent genres of music, Jazz music

tends to use a certain selection of instruments,
known for blending that perfect jazz-style sound
that has made the jazz genre so popular and well
loved. Jazz is certainly known for a specific sound
and style – and that’s what makes the music so well
loved.
However, because the genre of jazz music is so

flexible and unpredictable, it’s a genre that
generally tends to be quite experimental with
instrument choices. This means that a lot of
modern jazz try to vary their instrumental choices –
saying that though, there does tend to be a few
instruments that feature in the majority of jazz
bands, so we’ll discuss these below in more detail.
Trumpet
Trumpets are well-known in jazz music for creating

that bold and bright sound that the genre is well
known for. You’ll often find that trumpets can also
be swapped out and replaced with cornets too –
as they also give that bright sound. Trumpets are
relatively inexpensive and you can get playing by
either buying new or renting one.
Saxophone
Saxophones are one of the most well known jazz

instruments, and the saxophone is often the
instrument that springs to mind when imagining a
jazz band. Saxophones come in a variety of sizes (if
you didn’t know already) which all produce slightly
di!erent tones and notes. The most popular size to
start on is Alto, then Tenor. This is commonly due to
the size, ease of play and available repertoire. You
can start playing by simply hiring a Saxophone for a
low monthly cost.
Piano
The piano is a flexible instrument that seems to

appear in many genres of music across the globe.
The flexibility of the instrument makes it a great
choice for jazz.
Trombone
The trombone adds a level of theatre to a jazz

band, and because of the size of the instrument,
it’s often one of the most recognised members of
a jazz band too. The trombone was first used in jazz
during Dixieland Jazz as a supporting role within the
Dixie Group. In fact, the trombone really took o!
during 1930’s jazz era when the instrument reached
peak popularity in the genre.
Most players start on a Tenor Trombone (often

used primarily in Jazz), then with experience they
may add a Bass Trombone or Bb/F model if playing
more classically.
Clarinet
The clarinet may not be as dramatic or as big as the

saxophone or trombone, but the clarinet actually
had a huge role in the evolution of jazz music.
Some people argue that the clarinet had a huge
impact on the impact and visibility of jazz,
especially during the early jazz area in cities such as
New Orleans.
Clarinets are relatively inexpensive to buy and can

be rented monthly. They make up an important
part of the woodwind range of jazz instruments.
Double Bass
The double bass is a beautiful (and very large)

strong instrument, which has a unique and distinct
sound. The double bass is actually larger than the
cello, and so requires the players to be standing
when playing it. You’ll like see jazz ensembles with a
double bass, and the player will be quite the
presence on stage, that’s for sure!
The Drums
The drums have always been part of jazz, because

the beat and sound of the drums is so integral to
the cultural history of where jazz music originated
and evolved from. The drums are essentially the
rhythm section of the jazz ensemble, and includes
the bass drum, snare drum and cymbals.
Electric guitar
As time has gone by, and as jazz music has become

more modern and moved with the time, you’ll
often now find electric guitars playing in jazz bands
too.
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Which Instruments are used in Jazz

As with all di!erent genres of music, Jazz music

However, because the genre of jazz music is so

Trumpets are well-known in jazz music for creating

Saxophones are one of the most well known jazz

The piano is a flexible instrument that seems to

The trombone adds a level of theatre to a jazz

Most players start on a Tenor Trombone (often

The clarinet may not be as dramatic or as big as the

Clarinets are relatively inexpensive to buy and can

The double bass is a beautiful (and very large)

The drums have always been part of jazz, because

As time has gone by, and as jazz music has become

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