Performers of bebop left the traditional musical melody and played a song freely, with the music and rhythm that was felt at the time.

VOA: special.2009.05.03

He used the higher notes of a chord as a melody line and made other changes.

VOA: special.2009.05.03

This week on our program: We play music by the jazz-influenced singer Melody Gardot .

VOA: special.2009.10.30

When it comes to choosing songs, Gambarini's first priority is makinga personal connection with the lyrics and melody.

VOA: standard.2009.12.23