About Nordic jazz
Nordic jazz is a music genre. It is usually classed as a form of European jazz and music of the Nordic countries.
From Wikipedia
Nordic jazz is a style of jazz music that developed in the Nordic countries (Norway, Sweden, Denmark, Finland, and Iceland) and is characterized by a synthesis of jazz with Scandinavian folk music traditions. The genre is distinguished by its emphasis on atmospheric space, modal harmonies, and what has been described as a "Nordic tone."
Genre family tree
Parent genres (↑) and subgenres (↓) of Nordic jazz.
- ↑ European jazz
- ↑ music of the Nordic countries
Frequently asked questions
What is Nordic jazz?
Nordic jazz is a music genre. It is usually classed as a form of European jazz and music of the Nordic countries.