Jazz Guitar Pioneers Compilation
Jazz Guitar Pioneers – Compilation (2xCD)
Jazz Guitar Pioneers is a superb 2CD collection celebrating the innovators who shaped the sound of jazz guitar. Spanning the early days of swing through to bebop, this compilation showcases the groundbreaking techniques and timeless recordings that defined the instrument’s role in jazz history.
Featuring legendary players such as Django Reinhardt, Charlie Christian, Les Paul, and Eddie Lang, alongside many other pioneers, this set is an essential journey through the evolution of jazz guitar.
From blues-infused early recordings to sophisticated swing and electrified bebop, these tracks highlight the artistry, innovation, and influence of the musicians who paved the way for modern jazz guitar. Perfect for collectors, students of jazz, and anyone looking to explore the roots of the genre.
This 2xCD set comes with original artwork and is an essential addition to any serious jazz collection.
Tracklist
CD 1
1-1 – Lonnie Johnson – Steppin’ On The Blues
1-2 – Lonnie Johnson – Savoy Blues
1-3 – Eddie Lang – Doin’ Things
1-4 – Eddie Lang – Wild Cat
1-5 – Eddie Lang – For No Reason At All In C
1-6 – Eddie Lang & Lonnie Johnson – Guitar Blues
1-7 – Eddie Lang & Lonnie Johnson – Have To Change Keys (To Play These Blues)
1-8 – Teddy Bunn – I’ve Got The World On A String
1-9 – Teddy Bunn – Summertime
1-10 – Django Reinhardt – Nagasaki
1-11 – Django Reinhardt – You’re Driving Me Crazy
1-12 – Django Reinhardt – Finesse (Night Wind)
1-13 – Django Reinhardt – Nuages
1-14 – Freddie Green – Topsy
1-15 – Freddie Green – Them There Eyes
1-16 – Al Casey – Buck Jumpin’
1-17 – Charlie Christian – Profoundly Blue
1-18 – Charlie Christian – Solo Flight
1-19 – Charlie Christian – Waiting For Benny
1-20 – Charlie Christian – Swing To Bop
CD 2
2-1 – Oscar Moore – Gee Baby, Ain’t I Good To You
2-2 – Oscar Moore – Body And Soul
2-3 – Tiny Grimes – Blue Harlem
2-4 – Tiny Grimes – Hot In Harlem
2-5 – Les Paul – Guitar Boogie
2-6 – Les Paul – Brazil
2-7 – Les Paul – Lover
2-8 – Dave Barbour – I Saw Stars
2-9 – Barney Kessel – The Grabtown Grapple
2-10 – Barney Kessel – Relaxin’ At Camarillo
2-11 – Laurindo Almeida – Lament
2-12 – Herb Ellis – All The Things You Are
2-13 – Jimmy Raney – In A Pinch
2-14 – Jimmy Raney – Extrovert
2-15 – Tal Farlow – Night And Day
2-16 – Tal Farlow – Godchild
2-17 – Johnny Smith – Where Or When
2-18 – Johnny Smith – Moonlight In Vermont
2-19 – Mundell Lowe – Will You Still Be Mine?
2-20 – Mundell Lowe – The Night We Called It A Day
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CD Details
| Label | Primo Records |
| Catalogue Number | PRMCD6020 |
| Year of Release | 2006 |
| Country of Pressing | Czech Republic |
| Media Condition | VG+ |
| Sleeve Condition | VG+ |
| Format Notes | CD, 2xCD, Compilation |
Details
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