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Rolf Kuhn

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CD Album

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Buffalo, New York 1973

Buffalo, New York 1973

Mahavishnu Orchestra

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The Second Time Around

The Second Time Around

Jazz Orchestra of the Concertgebouw

£34.99

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Little North

Little North

Little North

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Miss Jackie's Delight

Miss Jackie's Delight

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Woven

Woven

Jeremy Pelt

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Micro Organisms: Live in Graz

Micro Organisms: Live in Graz

Johannes Enders, Renato Chicco & Jorge Rossy

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Sinfonia

Sinfonia

Jean-Marie Machado & Danzas Orchestra

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Djangology

Djangology

Django Reinhardt

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Grain Live

Grain Live

Kasper Agnas

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Wolf Biermann & Klaus Lenz Sextett

Wolf Biermann & Klaus Lenz Sextett

Wolf Biermann & Klaus Lenz Sextett

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Armageddon Flower

Armageddon Flower

Ivo Perelman & Matthew Shipp String Trio

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Jazz a Vienne - Past & Future

Jazz a Vienne - Past & Future

Various Artists

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Jam Session With Feeling

Jam Session With Feeling

Cachao Y Su Orquesta

£24.99

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Bird feathers

Bird feathers

Jim Snidero

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Koma Saxo

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The Fuse Box

The Fuse Box

Ken Serio

£15.99

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Live in Bologna 1985

Live in Bologna 1985

Chet Baker

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Redefining element 78

Redefining element 78

Rebecca Nash

£37.99

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Wallsdown

Wallsdown

Enzo Carniel

£19.99

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Universe in Blue

Universe in Blue

Sun Ra and His Blue Universe Arkestra

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Polyphony 3

Polyphony 3

Jasper Blom Quartet with Pablo Held

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What's Not Enough About That

What's Not Enough About That

Vula Viel

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The history of jazz music
Jazz's roots are in African rhythms, the blues and ragtime. It quickly spread from its origins in early-20th-century New Orleans across the rest of the United States and the world.
Louis Armstrong shaped things early on with his distinctive vocal style and powerful trumpet, but by the 1930s and 40s jazz was moving to more complex forms thanks to Charlie Parker and Dizzy Gillespie.
Miles Davis and John Coltrane brought things back a notch with the cool jazz of the 1960s, and nowadays the genre incorporates elements of funk and electronic music.

Key jazz artists and influential figures
Louis Armstrong
A virtuoso on the trumpet possessing a gravelly voice, Armstrong – known as "The King of Jazz" – established himself as a central figure in the development of early jazz.
Charlie Parker
By bringing complex harmonic structures and lightning-fast improvisation, Parker forever changed the jazz landscape.
Miles Davis
Moving from bebop to cool jazz, modal jazz and later fusion, Davis helped steer the course of the genre over multiple decades.
Duke Ellington
As one of the most important composers and bandleaders in jazz history, Ellington helped define the sound with lush arrangements and compositions.

The modern evolution of jazz music
The envelope continues to be pushed by modern jazz artists, bringing in aspects of hip-hop, R&B and soul to help the genre reach new audiences.
World music has also found a footing in jazz music, with African, Latin and Caribbean sounds further altering the view of what the genre can be.

Essential jazz albums and recordings
  • Miles Davis – Kind of Blue: A landmark in the history of jazz music, Kind of Blue is a defining example of modal jazz that displays wonderful improvisation and harmonies.
  • John Coltrane – A Love Supreme: This is a deeply spiritual expression of Coltrane's view of modal jazz and the journey he went on.
  • Louis Armstrong – The Best of Louis Armstrong: The greatest hits from the King of Jazz will keep you captivated from start to finish.
  • Duke Ellington – Ellington at Newport: A live recording that is one of the finest examples of big band jazz.
  • Herbie Hancock – Head Hunters: This blend of jazz, funk and electronic on this record provided a groundbreaking movement in the jazz fusion movement.
Why buy jazz music from hmv?
  • Our vast selection of jazz albums includes both timeless classics and contemporary works, available on vinyl and CD.
  • With more than a century of expertise in the music industry, we’re dedicated to bringing the finest jazz music to true enthusiasts and newcomers alike.
  • Enjoy the convenience of free UK delivery on all orders over £20, or choose Click & Collect to easily pick up your jazz albums at a nearby hmv store.
  • Our commitment to high-quality products and customer satisfaction has earned us an 'Excellent' rating on Trustpilot.
  • Use Klarna to spread out your payments without any hassle. It's never been easier to add to your jazz music collection.
  • With our 14-day returns policy, you can shop for jazz albums knowing you have the flexibility to return any items you’re not fully satisfied with.
Shop music from the best and freshest jazz artists at hmv today
Whether you're browsing for jazz albums, hunting for premium vinyl or looking to rediscover the magic of the genre's greatest hits, hmv has everything you need.
Explore our collection online or at your nearest store and discover what makes jazz endlessly inspiring. Contact us with any questions you have or check our help centre to see if it's already been answered.
 

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