The albums that define
art music.
Our picks for where to start with art music — with a one-line read on why each one matters.
Top art music artists
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The art music essentials
Twenty-four picks. Press play on any of them.
Mina
Mina con bignè
A vibrant mélange of disco rhythms and jazz-infused pop melodies that celebrate love and life.
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Frank Zappa
Everything Is Healing Nicely
A surreal blend of avant-garde rock and experimental jazz, infused with Zappa's signature wit and complex arrangements.
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Frank Zappa
Hammersmith Odeon
A kaleidoscopic blend of jazz, rock, and humor that captures Zappa's irreverent spirit and musical innovation.
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Mina
Singolare
A lush blend of jazz, pop, and disco with Mina's signature emotive vocals delivering poignant storytelling.
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Joe Jackson
Look Sharp!
A vibrant fusion of new wave, punk energy, and catchy pop melodies that captures late '70s angst.
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Joe Jackson
Heaven & Hell
A sophisticated blend of orchestral arrangements and pop sensibilities that explores the duality of existence.
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