Influence of Jazz on American CultureNowadays, many think that jazz is not such an important musical genre, but in our history jazz plays a big role . “Jazz does not belong to a race or a culture, but it is a gift that America gave to the world,” quoted by Ahmad Alaadeen. Jazz in the 1920s opened white eyes and invited them into African-American culture; he evolved Americans to where we are today as he brought a change in the music scene, an acceptance of African Americans and a change in lifestyles. Jazz began to affect American culture from the beginning of its conception. Ironically, it is almost impossible to pinpoint exactly where jazz began. Many early types of music, such as: blues, Afro-Latin-Caribbean rhythms, work songs, Protestant church hymns, Jewish songs, silly contemporary tunes, English and Irish dance music, gospel and spiritual, and ragtime, all contributed to the creation of jazz. Much of the credit goes to African Americans for the creation of jazz. (Taborelli, Giorgio). “Jazz arose from the cultural experience of African Americans and can be traced directly to the songs of plantation slaves through Negro Spirituals, Ragtime, and Blues” (“Jazz Musicians as cultural intermediaries"). The amendment, or prohibition of alcohol, also fueled new opportunities for jazz (Tirro, Frank) Not only is it almost impossible to accurately determine the conception of jazz over time, but many places are accredited as to its origin, the United States allowed jazz to take off. gaining popularity and leading to the change he brought to the music scene, many initially believe his birthplace to be New Orleans, Louisiana has always been a great center of music. ......There are still people who enjoy listening to jazz and musicians who strive to learn the genre. In conclusion, it is evident that jazz has had a significant impact on American culture. The birth of jazz began with African Americans. and this continued over the years because of African Americans. Events such as the Great Migration and the Harlem Renaissance allowed artists such as Louis Armstrong and Duke Ellington to spread the popularity of jazz. Jazz was able to change the way Americans viewed African Americans and their culture and essentially invited Americans into their culture and shaped America to where it is today. This change happened because jazz brought a change in the music scene, acceptance of African Americans, and a change in lifestyle for ordinary people. Even if some will never be convinced, jazz is here to stay.