basie

/ˈbeɪzi/

Definitions

1. noun

A style of jazz characterized by a strong emphasis on rhythm and a relaxed, improvisational approach.

“Miles Davis was a key figure in the development of the bebop and cool jazz styles, but he also experimented with the Basie style in the 1950s.”

Synonyms

  • bebop
  • cool jazz

Antonyms

  • atonal
  • dissonant