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Here are the general findings in jazz music: jazz styles such as swing ... There were different band line ups for each type of jazz genre. Here are some of the most common line ups.

Editor's Note: This interview is part of an ongoing Star series highlighting Kansas Citians from historically under-represented communities and their impact on our region. The series builds on The ...