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Creole music's mix of European harmonic sensibilities and African rhythmic practices enriched jazz's diversity in form and texture.

The Blues introduced the 12-bar format, blue notes, and call-and-response patterns, which became integral to jazz's expressive language.

The call-and-response form and soulful expressiveness of spirituals and gospel music infused jazz with its deeply emotional character.

Harmonic structures and instruments from the European classical tradition influenced the development of jazz, leading to its harmonic complexity.

Ragtime contributed syncopated rhythms and a piano-centric approach to jazz, which later influenced stride and the solo piano styles.

Originating from African music traditions, these complex polyrhythms became a foundational element of jazz, giving it a distinct sense of swing.

Vaudeville shows provided a stage for early jazz musicians, merging slapstick comedy and variety acts with the burgeoning jazz scene.

Cuban and Caribbean rhythms like the clave and montuno patterns contributed to jazz's rhythmic innovation, particularly in Latin jazz fusion.

Brass bands of New Orleans provided a blend of military band music and African American culture, which fused into the improvisational spirit of jazz.

Marching bands influenced jazz through their rhythm-driven music and the use of brass and woodwind instruments, which became staples in jazz ensembles.

American folk music, with its broad melodic sensibility, helped shape the development of jazz's own melodic improvisation.