The Sound of Jazz Harp

Delve into the captivating world of "The Sound of Jazz Harp," a playlist that shines a spotlight on the unique marriage of harp and jazz. You'll be greeted by the iconic stylings of Dorothy Ashby, whose "Come Live With Me" and "Little Sunflower" serve as lush invitations into this auditory journey. Alice Coltrane's "Turiya & Ramakrishna" transports the listener to an ethereal plane, while Brandee Younger's contemporary flair in "You're A Girl For One Man Only" injects fresh life into the genre.

This playlist beautifully showcases the diverse range of the harp within jazz, from the innovative tunes of Deborah Henson-Conant's "The Nightingale" to the melodic elegance of Lori Andrews in "Blue Bossa." Edmar Castañeda’s "Sonrisas" adds a Latin twist, revealing the harp's versatility. Contributions from artists like Mary Lattimore with "Sometimes He's In My Dreams" and Zeena Parkins’s "Muted" explore more experimental territories, making this collection an intriguing listen for both jazz aficionados and those new to the sound of jazz harp.

Playlist Genres

Jazz

New Age

Classical

Ambient

Jazz Harp

World

Free Jazz Folk Celtic Contemporary Classical Avant-garde Experimental Medieval Pop Easy Listening Contemporary Jazz Musicals Electronic Chamber Music Latin Jazz Baroque Hard Bop Holiday Gregorian Chant Neofolk Funk Blues Tango European Jazz Smooth Jazz