Well, I'd have to say that limiting it to ten CDs is a rough
one, but first on my list would have to be "So Much Guitar" by Wes Montgomery
also "The Incredible Jazz" guitar By Wes also. In actuality get all the Wes
you can get a hold of because its all great, and very important as Jazz
guitar goes. Kenny Burrell's "Man At Work," His "God Bless The Child' CD and
any of his "Ellington Is Forever" Tributes are Important. "Jim Hall Live,"
and the 2 CDs he did with Bill Evans. Another underrated guitarist who I
think is very important to investigate his approach to the instrument is Ed
Bickert you'll find him under his own name and also some classic stuff he did
with alto saxophonist Paul Desmond "Pure Desmond" & "Paul Desmond Live." He's
playing is an excellent example of comping for yourself while improvising
using the harmonic aspect of the instrument along with lines. "Pat Martino
Live" is a must have!
Pat Metheny's "Bright Size Life', Charlie Haden & Pat Metheny "Beyond
Missouri Sky'' and Jim Hall and Pat Metheny that just came out recently are
all must haves. Well, The list can go on and on I'm sure I've exceed the 10
cd limit, and left out many great ones, but these are some of my suggestions
I hope they help you out and give you the great joy of listening that they
have to so many jazz guitarists and fans as well.
Peace,
Teddy Pantelas
