First Ladies of Jazz

These amazing grand dames of jazz will inspire you; whether at work, crafting or in the kitchen.
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Curated by

Pierre-Jean Lavigne

Since 1999, Pierre-Jean Lavigne has been a DJ and host of many radio shows and podcasts. He has performed at numerous festivals and opened for many of his favorite acts. Pierre-Jean has always believed that music’s capacity to surprise and touch on an emotional level is one of the best ways to bring people together. For that reason, sincerity, creativity, and freshness are qualities he looks for in new music.

Artists

Diana Krall
Cassandra Wilson
Holly Cole
Dianne Reeves
Shirley Horn
Stacey Kent
Joni Mitchell
Tierney Sutton
Norah Jones
Alex Pangman

Chart

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Light My Fire
Patricia Barber
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Chelsea Bridge
Nguyên Lê feat. Paolo Fresu
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Sin Empezar
Daymé Arocena
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All Again
Sara Gazarek & Josh Nelson
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Early Autumn
Mark Whitfield
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I Got Rhythm
Maya Rae
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Brighter Lonely Day
Holly Cole
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One Never Knows, Does One?
Lily Frost
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My Favorite Things
Andréa Wood
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The Unknown
Alma Matters