100 tracks documenting the gypsy jazz guitar master's stay in Rome, where he tackled an astonishingly diverse repertoire including Nuages; Minor Swing; Debussy's Reverie; Over the Rainbow; Nature... more

The Quintet of the Hot Club of France made Django (and Stephane Grappelli) a star in the late '30s, a stardom that crossed oceans and grew through the '40s. These prime recordings include Bouncin'... more

Eddie's guitar accompanied everyone during jazz's golden age. These 4 CDs, cut across a wide spectrum of jazz, find Eddie with Louis Armstrong, Gene Krupa, Jack Teagarden, Artie Shaw, Glenn Miller,... more

Even after King Oliver's fame was eclipsed by that of his protégé Louis Armstrong, his flights of virtuosity (and that of his band) still inspired awe everywhere he went. Here are two jam-packed CDs... more

After cutting his teeth with Kenton, Dorsey and Goodman and while still playing with Woody Herman, Getz emerged as one of the top sax stylists in jazz with these 1946–52 recordings. This exhaustive... more

Bunny's daredevil trumpet work in his own band and also with Tommy Dorsey and Glenn Miller made him one of the most revered jazz musicians of the '30s. You'll hear him with Dorsey, Miller, Bing... more

Django is usually classified as a swing guitarist, but he did, in fact, continue to evolve, adapt and amaze during the age of bop. Here are 5 CDs that bear that out; Stephane Grappelli and Peanuts... more

A 99-track celebration of two of the greatest string men of the late '20s and early '30s: pioneering jazz violinist Joe Venuti and always-in-demand guitarist Eddie Lang! Their 1933 hit Jig Saw Puzzle... more

Five full discs of formative recordings from the fascinating early years of this jazz-guitar genius! His sound is already unmistakable as he plays I Saw Stars; Smoke Rings; I'm Confessin'; Sweet... more

After this tenor legend returned from Europe in '39, he embarked on an extended period of remarkable productivity and creativity. These 4 CDs traverse that prime decade of his coveted recordings:... more

4 CDs full of the greatest swing-era jazz foursomes! Includes Coal Cart Blues Louis Armstrong; My Fightin' Gal Hot Lips Page; Ain't Misbehavin' Teddy Wilson; Moon Glow Benny Goodman; Dedication... more

Richmond, Indiana's Gennett label didn't have the clout of Victor or Columbia—but a tour through this track list will tell you that they were a key player in early jazz recording. Check it out: Just... more

As well as the Duke's skills as pianist, composer and arranger, key sidemen, such as 'Bubber' Miley, Joe 'Tricky Sam' Nanton and Johnny Hodges were recognised as major jazz soloists. This collection... more

By 1933, Benny's band had become a waystation for many great players—a testament to Benny's consummate musical leadership. This comp contains six complete sessions from 1933–34. Listen for Teddy... more

From prewar sides cut when George was a mere 20 years old through his postwar collaborations with Stephane Grappelli and Harry Hayes, this 5-CD set collects George's seldom-anthologized British... more

Many fervent fans insist that Django lost none of his magic in his late period. You'll no doubt agree when you hear these 5 CDs of dazzling guitar performances drawn from his last eight years (this... more

Deep: The Classic 1980 New York Studio SESSION Remastered, Refreshed And Reimagined - Jr Mance Trio - A jazz critic once complained that Jr Mance 'turned everything into a blues'... wrong! Jr Mance... more

They didn't just play with joy and drive…they played with maximum pep! The Spirits of Rhythm were one of the most creative, adventurous good-time jazz groups of the '30s; dig these: "I Got Rhythm,"... more

Personnel: Eddie Durham (trombone, guitar); Danny Moss (tenor saxophone); Russ Henderson (piano); Johnny Williams (bass); Ronny Verell (drums). Recorded at Essex Studio, London, England in July 1981.... more

Before Ellington, before Basie, Henry Allen & His New York Orchestra were layin' down the swing like nobody's business. Here are their complete 1929–30 Victor recordings plus sessions with singers... more

From his stints in the Herman and Kenton bands and on through his solo work, this 4-CD set traces the early career of a guy who did as much to found the West Coast sound as anyone! Just a look at the... more

From his early Musette-band recordings to the late-'30s heyday of his legendary Quintet of the Hot Club of France, here are 5 CDs that trace the evolution of jazz guitar's greatest virtuoso. Watch... more