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Definition of Bebop
1. Verb. Dance the bebop. "Sam and Sue bebop"
Generic synonyms: Dance, Trip The Light Fantastic, Trip The Light Fantastic Toe
Derivative terms: Bop
2. Noun. An early form of modern jazz (originating around 1940).
Definition of Bebop
1. Noun. (music) An early form of modern jazz played by small groups and featuring driving rhythms and complex, often dissonant harmonies. ¹
2. Verb. To participate in bebop jazz, such as by dancing in a way associated with the genre ¹
¹ Source: wiktionary.com
Definition of Bebop
1. a type of jazz [n -S]
Lexicographical Neighbors of Bebop
Literary usage of Bebop
Below you will find example usage of this term as found in modern and/or classical literature:
1. Nonfiction Reading Practice, Grade 6 by Ellen Linnihan (2003)
"bebop In the 1940s, bebop came into style. bebop included complicated melodies,
followed by long solo improvisations. Only great jazz players like Charlie ..."
2. Adventure Guide by Heather Stimmler-Hall (2004)
"This Left Bank temple of jazz is one of the oldest in Paris, with regular swing
and bebop bands so the young, mostly student crowd can get up and dance. ..."
3. Jazz on Film and Video in the Library of Congress by Rebecca D. Clear (1994)
"VAB 1588 An instructional video featuring Remler demonstrating and discussing
guitar technique in the specialized styles of swing and bebop. ..."
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