Stan Kenton
West Coast jazz, jazz, progressive jazz, swing
"Kenton's music pulses with bold brass textures and intricate rhythmic interplay, creating a vibrant tapestry that feels both expansive and meticulously crafted."
Quick Start
A good place to start with Stan Kenton is…
Duet
1955
Career Arc
Stan Kenton's discography from 1946 to 2001
Full discography
Stan Kenton's albums in order, from earliest releases to latest.
Albums ()
Easy Go
2001
Journey Into Capricorn
1976
Kenton '76
1976
Adventures in Standards
1975
Fire, Fury and Fun
1974
National Anthems Of The World
1972
The Innovations Orchestra
Road Show
Live At Redlands University
Hair
1969
Finian's Rainbow
1968
The Jazz Compositions of Dee Barton
1968
The World We Know
1967
Stan Kenton Plays for Today
1967
Stan Kenton Conducts the Los Angeles Neophonic Orchestra
1965
Kenton / Wagner
1964
Stan Kenton / Jean Turner
1964
Artistry in Voices and Brass
1964
Adventures in Blues
1963
Artistry in Bossa Nova
1963
Adventures In Jazz
1962
Sophisticated Approach
1962
Stan Kenton! Tex Ritter!
1962
Adventures in Time
1962
The Romantic Approach
1961
A Merry Christmas!
1961
Kenton's West Side Story
1961
Kenton Live from the Las Vegas Tropicana
1961
Viva Kenton
1960
Standards in Silhouette
1959
The Stage Door Swings
1959
The Kenton Touch
1959
Lush Interlude
1958
Back to Balboa
1958
The Ballad Style of Stan Kenton
1958
Kenton with Voices
1957
Rendezvous with Kenton
1957
The Formative Years
1956
Kenton in Hi-Fi
1956
Cuban Fire!
1956
Duet
1955
The Kenton Era
1955
Contemporary Concepts
1955
Portraits on Standards
1953
New Concepts of Artistry in Rhythm
1953
This Modern World
1953
Sketches on Standards
1953
Popular Favorites by Stan Kenton
1953
Stan Kenton Classics
1952
Kenton '51 Concert At Cornell University
1951
Innovations in Modern Music
1950
Stan Kenton Presents
1950
Stan Kenton's Milestones
1950
Encores
1949
A Presentation of Progressive Jazz
1948
Artistry in Rhythm
1946
Compilations ()
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Timeline
How their sound evolved over time
Frequently Asked Questions
What does Stan Kenton sound like?
Kenton's music pulses with bold brass textures and intricate rhythmic interplay, creating a vibrant tapestry that feels both expansive and meticulously crafted. Rooted in jazz and swing. Start with Cuban Fire!.
What is the best Stan Kenton album to start with?
The best album to start with is "Cuban Fire!" (1956). It's the most representative of what makes Stan Kenton worth hearing.
Who is Stan Kenton for?
If you're into jazz and swing, Stan Kenton is worth your time. Kenton's music pulses with bold brass textures and intricate rhythmic interplay, creating a vibrant tapestry that feels both expansive and meticulously crafted.
How many albums does Stan Kenton have?
Stan Kenton has 57 releases in their discography, including 56 albums.
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