While jazz is a year-round music genre, listening to it on a chilly, winter night can be soothing and therapeutic. It can create that dreamy ambiance that makes you go swoon and groove at the same time. After all, good music can make even the coldest days feel warm!
Looking to play some soothing jazz songs during the winter? Well, here are a few songs to help you get started.
However, if you are just opening up to jazz and wants to add some winter collection to your list, here are some essentials!
Blue Moon, Billie Holiday
This classic is a perfect choice when you can’t seem to get the hang of things. This song will give you a little bit of hope in times when you feel gloomy. Billie’s voice is the cherry on the top! As usual, it has a calming effect that no other voice could match up to. It is as sweet as honey, so pure. Her voice, coupled with a relaxing piano sound, only makes it even more soulful.
Beatrice, Sam Rivers
This song is a tribute from Sam Rivers to his wife. When you first hear the song, you can tell that it was composed of heart and soul. It is a mellow ode to the love they shared. This song can be a walk down memory lane for any couple. So, if you are looking to add a soft, meaningful song to your list, then this is it! It is a perfect song to listen to as you go back home from work or are curled up on a sofa with a cup of hot chocolate.
My Favorite Things, John Coltrane Quartet
While the credit of this song rests with Julie Andrews, John’s rendition made it a hit. You will get hooked and would want to keep it on repeat mode the first time you listen to this song. John has successfully made it a song that is just simply too hard to resist! He does absolute justice to this number. It’s his first take at soprano saxophone, and he’s played it to perfection in this song.
Hunt Up Wind, Hiroshi Fukumura
This jazz-funk song of Japanese origin is quite a catchy tune! In addition, Hiroshi Fukumura plays the trombone wonderfully, which is what makes this piece irresistible. You can’t help but start nodding your head as soon as this track is played. Other than this one, White Clouds is another amazing track by Hiroshi Fukumura.
Feeling Good, Nina Simone
Adding this song to your song collection will add that edge your collection badly needs! This song will surely lift your mood and remind you that it is okay to let your guard down and live unapologetically. Every day gives us a chance to start afresh regardless of how rocky the journey gets. Speaking of this, Nina Simone’s soothing voice only adds up to everything the song conveys. Her voice is literally magic, full of life and color!
Soul Lament, Kenny Burrell
Kenny Burrel is the king of guitar! No one does it better than him. This song is velvety and just simply magical. It takes you back in time and has all the dreamy rhythms that you wouldn’t want to miss in the winter, especially looking at a snowy landscape. A thoughtful piece, this song will definitely calm your nerves and give you a much-needed break from the chaos life often brings in.
Add these songs to your winter jazz playlist and put them on whenever you sit by the window to watch the snowfall and think about beautiful memories.
Enjoy the wintertime by listening to my music here.
With Love, Maggy