A medium size group of musicians that plays dance music.

A medium size group of musicians that plays dance music.

• A. Big band
• B. Jazz combo
• C. Rock band
• D. Orchestra

Answer: (A)

A big band is a larger jazz ensemble designed for swing-era dance music. It features sections of reeds, brass, and a rhythm section, typically totaling about 12–25 players. That size and the danceable repertoire define it as the classic medium-to-large group for dance music. A jazz combo is smaller, an orchestra is larger and rooted in classical music, and a rock band centers on rock styles rather than the swing-dance tradition.

A big band is a larger jazz ensemble designed for swing-era dance music. It features sections of reeds, brass, and a rhythm section, typically totaling about 12–25 players. That size and the danceable repertoire define it as the classic medium-to-large group for dance music. A jazz combo is smaller, an orchestra is larger and rooted in classical music, and a rock band centers on rock styles rather than the swing-dance tradition.