👉 Pentatone is a musical term used in the 19th century for a form of jazz that originated in New Orleans, Louisiana. It is characterized by its use of five parts (bassoon, trumpet, trombone, tuba, and cornet) and by its intricate rhythmic patterns. The term "pentatone" was coined by composer Louis Armstrong to describe the style of jazz music he popularized during his time in New Orleans. He referred to it as a
