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Help me build up a jazz album collection. Can you suggest a must have album?

Just got back into analog after not having a turntable for 38 years. That was a Thorens TD 320. Now I have a VPI. Building a jazz album collection now since jazz seems to be what I enjoy now. I have barely 12 albums from Miles Davis, Art Blakey, King Curtis, Ray Charles, John Coltrane, Ike Quebec and Illinios Jacquet. Can you suggest a must have album? I generally like great sax, and percussion and sometimes a good vocalist, but I am open to anything that sounds GREAT. Also, if there is a particular label, issue or type of album. Thanks in advance.

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wsrrsw
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@whipsaw "Ah Um" reminded me of Charlie Mingus "Mingus Plays Piano". Put it on immediately. So thanks.

When I see lists like this I check everything I don't know and always pick a thing or two. Others do the same?

stonyb3165
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I know it is almost a cliché, and recommend here by many commenters', but Dave Brubeck's Time Out on a SACD is incredible, the clarity, depth, is just amazing. You will not regret this purchase.

whipsaw
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@wsrrsw You’re welcome. Mingus’ albums were typically very well recorded, and his music is terrific.

And yes, I do the same!

jwildcat89
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One of my favorite recordings is Dave Grusin’s The Gershwin Connection. Not only is the playing outstanding, but the recording is as well. 
if you like big band, there are two Burnin’ for Buddy tribute albums available with guest drummers. It’s super energetic. 

manhattan1
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Pat Metheney Group OFFFRAMP.  Just sensational ensemble with jazz guitar.

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