A lush Gershwin reworking with Gil Evans's orchestrations. Gorgeous and beloved. A high point. The one in the run that sometimes gets overlooked — don't let it.
On vinyl: Original mono pressings from this era are sought-after; a quality reissue is the practical choice for most listeners.
As an Amazon Associate we earn from qualifying purchases. We also earn commission from other retail partners. Links below are affiliate links.
Links open Amazon search results. Watch on YouTube →
More from Miles Davis — where to go next
If you have Porgy and Bess, these are the Miles Davis records worth reaching for next.
-
1
On the Corner1972 · JazzStart here
-
2
Birth of the Cool1957 · JazzEssential
-
3
Milestones1958 · JazzEssential
-
4
Kind of Blue1959 · JazzEssential
-
5
Miles Smiles1967 · JazzEssential
If you like Porgy and Bess, try
Moanin'Art Blakey and the Jazz Messengers
Mingus Ah UmCharles Mingus
Time OutDave Brubeck
Blowin' the Blues AwayHorace Silver
The Shape of Jazz to ComeOrnette Coleman
Everybody Digs Bill EvansBill Evans