Which of the following is not true about jazz music in the 1920s?
A) It was an innovative, truly American music form that captured the modernist spirit.
B) It spread quickly via live performances, radio and recordings.
C) To increase jazz's popularity, black musicians famously watered down standard tunes for a mass audience.
D) Black musicians preserved authentic jazz and explored its full potential.
E) It was embraced by black and white musicians, who helped popularize jazz.

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Jazz music in the 1920s was characterized by its innovation and authenticity, largely driven by black musicians who did not water down their music for mass audiences. Instead, they preserved the genre's authenticity and explored its full potential, contributing to its popularity and spread.

Which of the Following Is Not True About Jazz Music