Jazz History

The 12 Best Jazz Books for Beginners and Lifelong Fans

From Miles Davis's electric autobiography to Alyn Shipton's definitive history — the essential books that will deepen your understanding and love of jazz.

Education

Essential Jazz Reading: The 10 Best Jazz Biographies and Histories Published Since 2020

From revelatory biographies to sweeping cultural histories, these are the essential jazz books every serious listener should read.