The main goal of this thesis is to describe the history and significance of one of the less usual band settings that has appeared within the tradition of jazz music – two wind instruments, double bass and drums. In addition to the historic overview of this particular band setting, it‘s main protagonists will be listed as well as their major works and achievements. Emphasis will be put on the contemporary jazz scene, both European and American. In the practical part of this thesis transcriptions of selected works will be presented and analyzed.