Early Jazz Influences On The 1965 Recording Of Feelin ...

In this paper, I am going to discuss the early jazz influences on the 1965 recording of ‘Feelin’ good’, recorded by Cy Grant featuring Bill LeSage. I will also be looking at the origins of jazz music, and how this genre has shaped the music that we still listen to today. Most notably, I will be looking at jazz music from the early 20th century to the mid-20th century by discussing the different styles of jazz that were derived from certain parts of America. For each of these sections I will select a famous artist per style and write a detailed response to one of their most successful workings, including a brief history of the artist and what influenced them in their work. In this paper, I will start by discussing the central piece that my essay is based on, ‘Feelin’ Good’, as well as looking at other covers of the song that have been recorded since its first recording in 1965. Next, I will explain the roots and origins of jazz, and when it beca me popular in Western culture. I will then talk about the musical elements of jazz, and how these elements define the genre. I am then going to discuss the different styles of jazz that spanned over two decades from 1920 to 1940. Of which include, jazz in the ‘Dixieland’ era of America in the 1920’s, moving onto the swing in the 1930’s and finishing with the big band style which brings us into the 1940’s. I will be using research I have found both online and in books which I with reference throughout, and in my bibliography. I will