Today's Jazz: Tunes for today! A selection of timeless classics and contemporary jazz

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Accompanist pianist × piano instructor × web writer. I began piano lessons at age four and, inspired by my piano teacher, decided to pursue music. I went on to specialized music programs in high school and university, where I discovered the appeal of accompanying instrumentalists and singers. Currently, alongside teaching piano, I work mainly in my home region of Aichi as an accompanist for flute, voice, choir, and more. Through lessons, my students often introduce me to trending songs, and my hobby is trying anything on the piano—Japanese and Western pop, commercial jingles, and beyond. Since 2021, I’ve also been active as a web writer, covering music and a variety of other genres.

With its stylish vibe, dazzling ad-libs, and one-of-a-kind performances born from improvisation, the music genre of jazz continues to captivate devoted fans.

In this article, we present classic jazz tunes you’ll want to hear today, along with performances of famous songs reborn through jazz arrangements.

The featured tracks are updated daily, so even those who have felt that jazz is “hard to get into” can easily explore a variety of jazz works.

Please enjoy the immersive world of jazz.

[Today's Jazz] Listen Today! A selection of timeless classics and contemporary jazz (21–30)

Street Fighter MasKamasi Washington

Kamasi Washington – Street Fighter Mas

Street Fighter MasKamasi Washington

Kamasi Washington, a saxophonist born on the U.S.

West Coast in 1981, is one of the indispensable artists when discussing contemporary jazz.

While grounded in orthodox jazz, his voracious absorption of everything from hip-hop and other club music to classical music creates a unique, grand universe that listeners can feel.

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Bombs are scary.Zainichi Fanku

Scary Bomb PV / Zainichi Funk

Bombs are scary.Zainichi Fanku

This is dance music by Zainichi Funk, a band popular for creating an uplifting, lively atmosphere with their funky musicality and distinctive lyrical sensibility.

The modern sound resonates deeply, overflowing with a texture that hits just right for September.

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In conclusion

We introduced some classic and iconic jazz tunes.

Did you find a song that resonates with you? The world of jazz has an addictive quality—the more you listen, the deeper you get drawn in.

Take this opportunity to explore newly released jazz pieces day by day and keep adding to your list of favorites!