Best 100 traditional jazz releases

Traditional jazz, also known as Dixieland jazz, is a style of jazz music that emerged in the early 20th century in New Orleans, Louisiana, and spread throughout the United States and the world. It is characterized by a strong emphasis on improvisation, with musicians taking turns playing solos and improvising around a set melody. The instrumentation typically includes a front line of trumpets, clarinets, and trombones, with a rhythm section consisting of piano, drums, and a stringed bass. The style also features collective improvisation, where the musicians all improvise at the same time, creating a unique and spontaneous sound. Traditional jazz has had a significant influence on many other jazz styles, including swing, bebop, and cool jazz.