Free jazz releases, week 41

This week's free jazz releases highlight a range of solo explorations and collaborative projects, from Miles Okazaki's comprehensive solo guitar rendering of Thelonious Monk's catalog to Irène Schweizer's introspective piano recital. Notable performances emerge from international artists including Bobby Watson, Christine Tobin, and Carmen Lundy, alongside new works by Anna Webber, William Parker, and the Tokyo Ambient Collective. Recordings from legendary figures such as John Coltrane and Ornette Coleman are revisited through visualizers and archival releases, while contemporary voices like Sylvie Courvoisier, Camila Nebbia, and thisquietarmy offer fresh perspectives. The month-long tribute to Thelonious Monk continues with live performances from Paris and New York, underscoring the enduring influence of his music.

1. 01

   Miles Okazaki, Thelonious Monk

   Miles Okazaki Performs Complete Thelonious Monk Catalog in Solo Guitar Marathon

   Oct 10 · 2 outlets

2. 02

   John Coltrane, Horace Silver, Christine Tobin, Bobby Watson, Carmen Lundy, Monty Alexander, J.D. Allen

   Bobby Watson, Christine Tobin, Carmen Lundy and others feature in new music and classics lineup

   Oct 7 · 1 outlet

3. 03

   William Parker, Anna Webber, Tokyo Ambient Collective

   Newsbits: Haino and Davachi / William Parker / MADAM ORANGE / Anna Webber / Tokyo Ambient Collective

   Oct 11 · 1 outlet

4. 04

   Wadada Leo Smith

   Dusted Reviews: Wadada Leo Smith / Echonology Of A Humid Night

   Oct 9 · 1 outlet

5. 05

   Monique Jean, Camila Nebbia, Sylvie Courvoisier, Thisquietarmy

   AMN Picks of the Week: Monique Jean / Camila Nebbia / Sylvie Courvoisier / thisquietarmy

   Oct 8 · 1 outlet

6. 06

   Irène Schweizer

   Irène Schweizer Piano Solo : Prelude To A Kiss And More

   Oct 8 · 1 outlet

7. 07

   John Coltrane

   John Coltrane 100: Expression - A Summary of the Final Stage

   Oct 8 · 1 outlet

8. 08

   Pat Metheny, Ornette Coleman

   Pat Metheny, Ornette Coleman - Long Time No See (Visualizer)

   Oct 7 · 1 outlet

9. 09

   Thelonious Monk

   From Paris and New York, Live, with Love: Thelonious Monk Birthday Month

   Oct 6 · 1 outlet

10. 10

    Kahil El’Zabar

    Kahil El’Zabar – Sketches For Trane

    Oct 6 · 1 outlet

11. 11

    Sly & The Family Drone

    AMN Reviews: Sly & The Family Drone – With Love (2026; Bandcamp)

    Oct 5 · 1 outlet

12. 12

    Tom Challenger, Evan Parker

    Tom Challenger & Evan Parker : May Spring Last a Lifetime

    Oct 5 · 1 outlet

13. 13

    Pat Metheny, Ornette Coleman

    Pat Metheny, Ornette Coleman - Song X Duo (Visualizer)

    Oct 5 · 1 outlet

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