Porgy and Bess — 1959

A lush Gershwin reworking with Gil Evans's orchestrations. Gorgeous and beloved. A high point. Worth exploring once you've heard the obvious entry points.

On vinyl: Original mono pressings from this era are sought-after; a quality reissue is the practical choice for most listeners.

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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. 1
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2. 2
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3. 3
   Milestones1958 · Jazz
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4. 4
   Kind of Blue1959 · Jazz
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5. 5
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