If you’re new to jazz, figuring out where to start can be a little overwhelming. There’s a lot of music out there, spanning more than a century and countless styles and approaches. I put together this listening list as a starting point for anyone interested in exploring jazz. It’s by no means a complete list—just a collection of important artists, albums, and recordings that I think are worth hearing. Hopefully, you’ll find a few things you like and be inspired to keep diggin

This is a list with thoughts about popular snare solo repertoire, styles and history.

My list and some thoughts on drum solos all drummers should be aware of.