The best Dave Burrell albums

17 records, ordered by how much they reward a first listen — not by chart position.

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Turning Point

  1. 1
    Brother to Brother

    Brother to Brother

    1993

    A vibrant blend of post-bop improvisation and soulful melodies, anchored by rich piano textures and expressive saxophone lines.

  2. 2
    In Concert

    In Concert

    A vibrant fusion of avant-garde improvisation and soulful melodies, capturing the essence of live jazz performance.

  3. 3
    Echo

    Echo

    1969

    A sprawling exploration of sound where avant-garde jazz meets hypnotic, flowing improvisation.

  4. 4
    Windward Passages

    Windward Passages

    1993

    A meditative blend of post-bop improvisation and deep emotional resonance woven through intricate melodies and rich harmonies.

  5. 5
    Expansion

    Expansion

    2004

    A vibrant tapestry of post-bop jazz intertwining intricate melodies with improvisational freedom and rhythmic complexity.

  6. 6
    Daybreak

    Daybreak

    1989

    A rich tapestry of post-bop improvisation woven through expansive compositions and intricate melodies.

  7. 7
    After Love

    After Love

    1971

    A sprawling exploration of jazz that intertwines philosophical inquiry with emotive improvisation across its expansive compositions.

  8. 8
    The Jelly Roll Joys

    The Jelly Roll Joys

    1991

    A vibrant blend of post-bop jazz infused with New Orleans rhythms and intricate piano improvisations.

  9. 9
    Windward Passages

    Windward Passages

    A vibrant tapestry of jazz intertwining Caribbean rhythms, lush harmonies, and improvisational spirit.

  10. 10
    Recital

    Recital

    2001

  11. 11
    Consequences

    Consequences

    2006

  12. 12
    Lush Life

    Lush Life

    1978

  13. 13
    Momentum

    Momentum

    2006

  14. 14
    High Won-High Two

    High Won-High Two

    1968

  15. 15
    Margy Pargy

    Margy Pargy

    2005

  16. 16
    La Vie de Bohème

    La Vie de Bohème

    1969

  17. 17
    Dave Burrell Plays Ellington & Monk

    Dave Burrell Plays Ellington & Monk

    1978