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Jazz Piano?

Alright, a few months ago I would have told you that I hate Jazz. I'm 24, I'm not supposed to like it. Problem is, my wife loves the stuff. So I'm watching MTV one day, and hear an interview with Jamie Cullum. I think, "Hey, here's something my wife will like, and something I could probably get into as well."

Turns out I love jazz piano. I've tried to listen to brass and guitar leads, but nothing hits me like piano does. Problem is, I don't have much of a collection-- none would be the more appropriate term. I need more.

So where should I start?
themadmilkman
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marakanetz
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If you further want to dig on electric keyboards jazz(i.e. contemporary jazz) start with Chick Corea's Electric Band and Miles Davis "Bitches Brew".
husk01
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Check out Night Divides the Day: The Music of the Doors by George Winston
sdcampbell
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In my previous post, I failed to include a couple of fine pianists that should have been included. Beyond the obvious omissions of Oscar Peterson and Dave Brubeck, I should also have listed Tommy Flanagan, Ahmad Jamal, Barry Harris, Roland Hanna, George Cables, Keith Jarrett, and one of my personal favorites, Kenny Barron. If you want to branch out a bit and listen to some fine foreign jazz pianists, check out Abdullah Ibrahim (also known as Dollar Brand), Tete Montoliu, Eliane Elias, and Gonzalo Rubalcaba.
tubegroover
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My favorites include Art Tatum who is probably the most technically proficient of any jazz pianist I have ever listened to. Very clean and articulate lines as if he were classically trained. He is a must if you are investigating where to start.

I personally like Errol Garner and Earl Hines. Bill Evans is quite enjoyable as well. There are many choices in this genre and many of the above mentioned would be included on my list.
tobias_m
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Please consider Alan Pasqua on two recent recordings with the Peter Erskine Trio: Badlands, and Live at Rocco. He's tremendously sensitive with a great touch, and the music is melodic and easily relatable for someone new to jazz. I think you can still preview these on Amazon, if interested.
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