What are some jazz albums/bands without any piano or guitar?

After recording with Miles Davis on Birth of the Cool in 1949-50 Gerry Mulligan recorded in a pianoless quartet with Chet Baker on trumpet in 1952–53. As a baritone saxophonist he had noticed the extra freedom he enjoyed playing live, without a piano, prior to these recordings. read more

Composer/Band Leader/Bass player Mingus was also a great pianist which is shown on the cover of an album that does not featured piano. Dave Holland Trio - Triplicate (1988) There are many others but the above are some of the very best. read more

There are tons of great jazz guitar albums out there. Every one of the greats really has his own thing to bring to the table, and that’s why I think it is worth checking out as many different players as possible. read more

Jazz guitar and piano excellence. There are numerous excellent jazz guitarist's. This list below emphasizes select guitar greats that incorporated guitar and piano into their work. We are always discovering new artists to add and will update this page accordingly. read more