Question

what style of music was a jazz-precursor and found its root in only three chords that were spread out over twelve measures?

Answer 1

Answer:

It was the blues.

Explanation:

Answer 2

The music that was made by using three cords which would be spread out over twelve measures is the Blues.

The Blues genre of music:

• Came before jazz and helped jazz get popular
• Based on the three chords of I, IV, and V.
• The chords are spread over 12 measures

Blues music was as a result of the cultural mix of the Southern part of the United States where African Americans brought their music together with southern country music.

In conclusion, Blues music is the style of music described above as it is based on three cords.

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