n80...The first “Jazz” album that I purchased on my own was “Swiss Movement” by
Les McCann and Eddie Harris. I didn’t consider it progressive, bebop, or even, at the time of purchase, Jazz. It was musical and listenable, and made me happy! The second
album I purchased was Ramsey Lewis’ “Maiden Voyage (and more)”. This time I understood a little more of what I was hearing, but, again, it made me happy. The two albums are for the most part instrumental, if you’re into that.
If you’re interested in something slower, Grover Washington Jr.’s “Winelight” and
Freddie Hubbard’s “First Light” are soft and soothing. Hope this helps.
Les McCann and Eddie Harris. I didn’t consider it progressive, bebop, or even, at the time of purchase, Jazz. It was musical and listenable, and made me happy! The second
album I purchased was Ramsey Lewis’ “Maiden Voyage (and more)”. This time I understood a little more of what I was hearing, but, again, it made me happy. The two albums are for the most part instrumental, if you’re into that.
If you’re interested in something slower, Grover Washington Jr.’s “Winelight” and
Freddie Hubbard’s “First Light” are soft and soothing. Hope this helps.