Help me understand John Coltrane .... seriously.


Hi Everyone,
Listen I have a favor to ask, and those of you better educated in Jazz can help me.

I always have a tough time listening to John Coltrane. It's like he's talking a different language.
Can any of you point me to recordings I should listen to on Tidal or Quboz or whatever that set me up to better appreciate the man?


Thank you for the musical education.

Best,

E
erik_squires
JC is talking a different language. I suggest starting with his time in Miles groups and then go forward.
Listen to two cut by Coltrane -

"My Favorite Things" and "Naima"

If you still scratching your head - move on!

Doug
You actually got it. He does speak a different language. The fun part is figuring it out.

I’d start with "A Love Supreme". The concept provides the best chance for Coltrane to register sooner rather than later.
i feel the same way when it comes to Miles Davis.      Its just not my cup of tea.