Conclusion
At the end of this project, you should have an understanding of at least one major period or style in the history of Jazz music, and a basic idea of the many style and time periods that make up the 100+ years of Jazz. As you work on music in Jazz class, or listen to Jazz music, try to fit the pieces into their historical context; this should help give you a better idea as the the stylistic nuances of the music and perhaps some of the history behind its composition.
Hopefully, this will just be your introduction to the world of Jazz music; a starting point for more inquiry into the true American art form. There are many more resources out there for the study of Jazz, and it can truly be a life-long journey!