Best Jazz Music Recordings
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A list of the best jazz music recordings of all time.
Best Jazz Music Recordings of All Time
When narrowing down the best jazz recordings of all time, there are several things to consider. For one, what is the definition of “jazz”? While some music purists might argue that only certain styles or performers can lay claim to the genre, the fact is that jazz has always been shaped by a wide range of influences. From its African-American roots to its Europeanswing influences, jazz has always been a melting pot of sounds and cultures.
Given that, it’s no surprise that there are so many great jazz recordings out there. But which ones should be considered the best? That’s a tough question to answer, but we’ve compiled a list of ten essential jazz albums that any fan should own. These are recordings that showcase the breadth and depth of the genre, from early pioneers like Louis Armstrong to modern masters like Miles Davis. So whether you’re just getting into jazz or you’re a seasoned veteran, these are albums that you need in your collection.
Best Jazz Music Recordings of the Year
It’s that time of year again when we reflect on the past twelve months and choose our favorite jazz recordings of the year. There were so many great albums released in 2020, making it a tough task to narrow it down to just ten, but we’ve done our best.
Here are our picks for the best jazz music recordings of 2020:
1. Sarah Jarosz – World on the Ground
2. Black Art Jazz Collective – Equinox
3. Maria Schneider Orchestra – Data Lords
4. Makaya McCraven – Universal Beings E&F Sides
5. Nate Wooley Quintet – KnucklebusteR
6. Matthew Shipp Quartet – Signature required 7. David Virelles – Gnosis
8. Tyshawn Sorey – All Directions at Once: The Music of Ornette Coleman
9. Vijay Iyer and Craig Taborn – The Transitory Poems
10. Charles Lloyd &The Marvels + Lucinda Williams -vanished gardens
Best Jazz Music Recordings of the Month
JazzTimes’ editors and critics choose the best jazz recordings of the month.
-Best Jazz Music Recordings of the Month:
-May 2020
-June 2020
-July 2020
