[Piano Piece] Enjoy Pachelbel’s Canon by Comparing Different Recordings — Jazz & Rock

Johann Pachelbel’s signature piece, commonly known by the title “Pachelbel’s Canon,” is Canon and Gigue in D major for three violins and basso continuo.

Although this work is often performed on the piano as a quintessential piece of the Baroque era, it’s actually beloved not only in arrangements faithful to the original, but also in a wide range of versions by various composers and performers.

In this article, we’ve gathered Canons with different vibes—classical, jazz, pop, rock, and more.

Be sure to listen and compare to find your favorite arrangement!