Question

How is the standard jazz form AABA similar to the ternary form in classical music? How is it different? Use details to support your answer.

Answer 1

AABA Form is sometimes considered a special kind of Ternary Form. When used in jazz, rock, and pop music it is called 32-bar Form. 32-bar Form has verses (A sections), but no chorus. The B section is a short bridge that sounds very different from the A sections.