Jazz dance is a uniquely American art form that continues to evolve with various cultural influences.  It represents our popular culture, and as the culture changes, so does the appearance of jazz dance.

The key elements of jazz music are syncopation and individual style.  Syncopation is what gives jazz music and dancing its edge and excitement.  The various styles of jazz dance have grown from the emphasis on individual style and improvisation and can be considered a melting pot of all dance forms.

Each teacher, dancer, and choreographer brings a unique style into the mix.  Broadway and Hollywood made this type of dance big on stage and screen, and many Pop music artists (i.e., Britney Spears) have incorporated jazz dance into their music videos.