Founded in 1973 by Carl Jefferson, Concord Jazz is the foundational label of Concord. Synonymous with high-quality jazz, the catalog includes seminal works by legends such as Art Blakey, Ray Brown, Charlie Byrd, Rosemary Clooney, Stan Getz, Mel Torme, Tito Puente, Scott Hamilton, Mongo Santamaria, Jimmy Smith, Kenny Burrell, and many, many more.
Rated by critics as one of the finest jazz imprints in the world, CONCORD JAZZ today continues to play an essential role in keeping jazz's rich artistic traditions alive by proudly representing the best of the best in the genre. The roster includes legends such as Chick Corea, Dianne Reeves, Eliane Elias, and Poncho Sanchez; contemporary jazz greats such as Boney James, Dave Koz, and Kenny G; as well as the next generation of groundbreaking artists: Esperanza Spalding, Hiromi, Jamison Ross, and Jazzmeia Horn.
Founded in 1973 by Carl Jefferson, Concord Jazz is the foundational label of Concord. Synonymous with high-quality jazz, the catalog includes seminal works by legends such as Art Blakey, Ray Brown, Charlie Byrd, Rosemary Clooney, Stan Getz, Mel Torme, Tito Puente, Scott Hamilton, Mongo Santamaria, Jimmy Smith, Kenny Burrell, and many, many more.
Rated by critics as one of the finest jazz imprints in the world, CONCORD JAZZ today continues to play an essential role in keeping jazz's rich artistic traditions alive by proudly representing the best of the best in the genre. The roster includes legends such as Chick Corea, Dianne Reeves, Eliane Elias, and Poncho Sanchez; contemporary jazz greats such as Boney James, Dave Koz, and Kenny G; as well as the next generation of groundbreaking artists: Esperanza Spalding, Hiromi, Jamison Ross, and Jazzmeia Horn.
