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My favourite jazz albums
Kind of BlueKind of Blue by Miles Davis
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Everyone's favourite Miles album - need I say more?
The Complete Village Vanguard Recordings, 1961The Complete Village Vanguard Recordings, 1961 by Bill Evans
Bill's creative peak with his seminal trio - complete recordings on 3 CDs
Porgy and BessPorgy and Bess by Miles Davis
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Fabulous orchestrations for Miles' narration of this beautiful story
Someday My Prince Will ComeSomeday My Prince Will Come by Miles Davis
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Showcase for Miles' pianist, Wynton Kelly, a glimpse of whom we heard on Kind Of Blue. Hank Mobley's presence also makes this a winner
The Seven Steps to HeavenThe Seven Steps to Heaven by Miles Davis
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Miles makes his transition between bands seem seamless on this fabulous album of contrasts
Inventions & DimensionsInventions & Dimensions by Herbie Hancock
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Underrated piano improvisations from a young master, backed by some veterans of excellence
Blue TrainBlue Train by John Coltrane
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Trane's early-period masterpiece, supported by an astonishing band
Miles in Tokyo: Miles Davis Live in ConcertMiles in Tokyo: Miles Davis Live in Concert by Miles Davis
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Precursive band to Miles' Second Great Quintet - Sam Rivers is on board here, almost stealing the show! Fantastic interplay nonetheless
Speak No EvilSpeak No Evil by Wayne Shorter
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Dark improvisations on dark themes - a staggering display
UnityUnity by Larry Young
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The John Coltrane of the organ's finest album. Brilliant solos from all involved