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)

BaconSleep D

Sleep D – Bacon

BaconSleep D

Released on November 16, 2012 from the Death Strobe Records label.

With an intro reminiscent of gagaku, a four-on-the-floor beat suddenly enters into its sublime and noble sound.

The bassline then unveils yet another worldview, and as you listen, you can feel your body gradually begin to sway in time with the music.

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Dance ‘em AllTRI4TH

TRI4TH / Dance ‘em All

Dance 'em AllTRI4TH

A jazz quintet whose appearance evokes ‘Samurai Jazz’ PE’Z, yet delivers a more emotional jazz sound.

Their talent has been recognized by Tatsuo Sunaga—an icon of Japan’s DJ scene.

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BirthdayKiko Loureiro

Birthday in Luxembourg with Megadeth [legendado]

BirthdayKiko Loureiro

Calling this person a jazz musician might invite some objections, but I’ve featured them because their performance style, rich with a jazz vibe, is outstanding.

They’re famous as a hard metal or Latin guitarist, yet—true to their Brazilian roots—their appeal lies in a unique, genre-defying style.

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Change Of ToneR+R=NOW

Change Of Tone (Audio)

Change Of ToneR+R=NOW

A band formed around musicians Robert Glasper and Terrace Martin—names familiar to anyone following the contemporary jazz scene.

Bassist Derrick Hodge, who underpins Glasper’s low end, also joins, resulting in tracks that invite interpretations extending well beyond jazz.

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Street Fighter MasKamasi Washington

Kamasi Washington – Street Fighter Mas

Street Fighter MasKamasi Washington

Kamasi Washington, a saxophonist from Los Angeles.

He has strong connections not only to jazz but also to hip-hop and R&B, working with artists like Kendrick Lamar and Thundercat.

The memory of his performance at Fuji Rock in 2016 is still fresh, and this one is themed around the game Street Fighter.

Looking forward to the album!

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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!