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Jazz: Landmark Recordings

8 releases

Listening landmarks, from different eras

  1. 1956Duke EllingtonEllington at NewportBig-band composition and live improvisation.
  2. 1959Miles DavisKind of BlueA major statement of modal jazz.
  3. 1960John ColtraneGiant StepsIntense harmonic and instrumental exploration.
  4. 1963Charles MingusThe Black Saint and the Sinner LadyAlbum
  5. 1965John ColtraneA Love SupremeAlbum
  6. 1970Miles DavisBitches Brew
  7. 2022Makaya McCravenIn These TimesAlbum
  8. 2024ShabakaPerceive Its Beauty, Acknowledge Its GraceAlbum