The best Billy Taylor albums
19 records, ordered by how much they reward a first listen — not by chart position.
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I Wish I Knew How It Would Feel to Be Free
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1
A Touch of Taylor
1955
A vibrant blend of swinging rhythms and sophisticated melodies that encapsulate the essence of 1950s jazz.
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2
One for Fun
1959
A vibrant blend of jazz standards and original compositions, showcasing intricate piano work and smooth, engaging rhythms.
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3
Sleeping Bee
1969
A harmonious blend of intricate melodies and rhythmic sophistication, capturing the essence of late 1960s jazz innovation.
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4
Cross Section
1956
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5
Taylor Made Jazz
1959
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6
I Wish I Knew How It Would Feel to Be Free
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7
Billy Taylor with Four Flutes
1959
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8
Interlude
1961
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9
Impromptu
1962
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10
Urban Griot
2001
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11
The Billy Taylor Trio with Candido
1955
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12
The New Billy Taylor Trio
1958
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13
Billy Taylor Trio at Town Hall
1955
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14
Billy Taylor Trio
1955
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15
Uptown
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16
My Fair Lady Loves Jazz
1964
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17
The Billy Taylor Touch
1958
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18
Warming Up!
1960
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19
Kwamina
1961