Which term describes Brazilian rhythms like samba integrated with European and American music?

• A. Bossa nova
• B. Afro-Brazilian
• C. Afro-Cuban
• D. Latin jazz

Answer: (B)

Latin jazz describes jazz that incorporates Latin American rhythms such as samba into its harmonic language and improvisation. It’s the umbrella term for blending Brazilian rhythms with European and American musical ideas, creating a fluid fusion that spans samba and related styles within a jazz context. Afro-Brazilian centers on Brazil’s African-derived traditions rather than cross-genre fusion. Afro-Cuban refers to Cuban rhythms, not Brazilian. Bossa nova is a specific Brazilian style that blends samba with jazz, but it’s narrower; Latin jazz covers the broader fusion of Brazilian rhythms with jazz across artists and eras.