The album later set a trend for James' music to incorporate more jazz elements.
He is intrigued by jazz elements that are "right out of Harlem," he said.
He has been recognized for mixing traditional middle-eastern and straight jazz elements into his music.
It too had "jazz elements" as did many of Copland's works in the 1920s.
These jazz elements, most felt, were not consistent with Rachmaninoff's previous brooding and dark themes.
"The Ravel also has some jazz elements," he continued.
"Raganesh" is in the form of an Indian raga, while other songs include jazz elements.
With the addition of horns, the jazz element was emphasized.
Her series of musical notations is based on jazz elements with a geometric and color fixation.
Hip hop acts that utilize jazz elements are a particular favorite of mine.
