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John Coltrane Popular Song Ranking [2026]

A giant of 20th-century jazz who made his mark on jazz history as a modern jazz saxophonist.

Though he spent many years in relative obscurity, he rose through the Miles Davis band and the Thelonious Monk band, and even performed with Duke Ellington.

Despite his early death, which left him with only about a decade at the forefront, he continues to be cherished today as a master of jazz.

John Coltrane Popular Song Rankings [2026] (11–20)

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This might be a little difficult.

Even so, it’s a famous jazz standard, and since the melody is very straightforward and easy to listen to, I think it’s easy to play.

It seems to be often performed at year-end parties and other gatherings, and this piece has a lot of atmosphere, so it would be a good one to add to your repertoire.