1980s - 1990s - Eclecticism
CHARACTERISTICS:
No single dominant stylistic trend has emerged in the 1980s or 1990s. Instead, a continuation of previous styles, crossovers, and new styles derived from various sources are common. Some notable trends within this eclecticism seem to be:
1. a further sophistication of electronic jazz through the use of computers
2. a resurgent neo-bop and neo-traditionalist movement (Neo-Classicism)
3. expanded instrumental & vocal techniques
4. a greater involvement of women
5. the growth of European and "world music" jazz styles.
IMPORTANT MUSICIANS:
1. a further sophistication of electronic jazz through the use of computers
2. a resurgent neo-bop and neo-traditionalist movement (Neo-Classicism)
3. expanded instrumental & vocal techniques
4. a greater involvement of women
5. the growth of European and "world music" jazz styles.
IMPORTANT MUSICIANS:
Pat Metheny Group (fusion band),
Michael Brecker (tenor sax: also founding member of fusion group Steps Ahead),
Wynton Marsalis (trumpet/composer: associated with Neo-Classic movement),
Joe Lovano (tenor sax),
Kenny Garrett (alto sax),
Don Byron (clarinet/composer),
Dave Douglas (trumpet/composer),
Bobby McFerrin (voice),
Steve Coleman (alto sax: associated with M-Base movement),
Cassandra Wilson (voice: associated with M-Base movement),
Dave Sanborn (alto sax),
Chick Corea's Elektric Band (fusion band),
John Scofield (guitar),
Keith Jarrett Trio (piano/bass/drums acoustic jazz trio)