Gypsy '66
Gábor Szabó
1966Studio
- Vinyl
- CD
- Cassette
Artist profile · 04/07/2026
Gábor Szabó
Gábor Szabó (1936–1982), from Budapest, was a jazz guitarist, composer, and arranger blending jazz with pop, rock, and Hungarian folk. His career spanned the 1960s and 1970s with a distinctive fusion style.
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About
Gábor Szabó, Hungarian jazz guitarist bridging jazz, pop, and folk since the 1960s.
Thirteen vinyl albums blending jazz, world fusion, and soul jazz; original 1969 LPs command notable attention.
Szabó's approach crossed genre boundaries, incorporating jazz, soul jazz, psychedelic pop, and world fusion. His guitar work often featured modal melodies and occasionally included sitar, reflecting diverse influences. His discography includes studio albums, live recordings, and numerous reissues, with many titles available on vinyl from labels such as Skye Records, Impulse!, and CTI Records.
From the hypnotic rhythms of 'Bacchanal' (1968) to the jazz-funk textures of 'Macho' (1975), Szabó's output offers releases pressed in multiple countries, including US, Germany, Japan, and Austria. Vinyl collectors track various pressings, limited editions, and reissues, with recent vinyl editions priced from €6 to over €30 depending on rarity.
Discography
Gábor Szabó discography
Studio albums, live records, compilations and radio recordings. Each album groups all its editions.
Jazz Raga
Gábor Szabó
1966Studio
- Vinyl 3
- CD 1
- Cassette
More Sorcery
Gábor Szabó
1967Studio
- Vinyl
- CD
- Cassette
Wind, Sky and Diamonds
Gábor Szabó
1967Studio
- Vinyl
- CD
- Cassette
Magical Connection
Gábor Szabó
1970Studio
- Vinyl 1
- CD 2
- Cassette
High Contrast
Gábor Szabó
1971Studio
- Vinyl
- CD
- Cassette
Small World
Gábor Szabó
1972Studio
- Vinyl
- CD
- Cassette
Mizrab
Gábor Szabó
1973Studio
- Vinyl 2
- CD 2
- Cassette 1
Rambler
Gábor Szabó
1973Studio
- Vinyl 2
- CD 2
- Cassette 1
Live With Charles Lloyd
Gábor Szabó
1974Live
- Vinyl
- CD
- Cassette
Nightflight
Gábor Szabó
1976Studio
- Vinyl 1
- CD 1
- Cassette 1
Faces
Gábor Szabó
1977Studio
- Vinyl 1
- CD 1
- Cassette 1
Belsta River
Gábor Szabó
1978Studio
- Vinyl
- CD
- Cassette
Femme Fatale
Gábor Szabó
1981Studio
- Vinyl 1
- CD 1
- Cassette 1
In Budapest
Gábor Szabó
2008Live
- Vinyl 1
- CD 1
- Cassette
In Budapest Again
Gábor Szabó
2018Live
- Vinyl
- CD
- Cassette
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Listen
Signature songs
- 01
Stormy1969 · 1969 - 02San Franciscan Nights
- 03
Three King FishersBacchanal · 1968 - 04
Galatea's GuitarDreams · 1968 - 05Breezin'
- 06Somewhere I Belong1969 · 1969
- 07Gypsy Queen
- 08Half the Day is the Night - 2022 Remastered Version
Essentials
3 Gábor Szabó albums you need to own
Our picks, approved by the editors.
#1 · 1969This album features eleven tracks blending gypsy jazz and jazz-funk. Notables include covers like 'Dear Prudence' and 'Stormy' with a total runtime around 33 minutes.
11 tracksStereoReleased on Skye RecordsMultiple vinyl versions
#2 · 1968Combining gypsy jazz and jazz-funk styles, this album includes eight tracks featuring 'Three King Fishers' and 'Some Velvet Morning', originally issued by Skye Records.
8 tracksStereoSkye Records labelMultiple pressings from US and reissues
#3 · 1975A jazz-funk album consisting of six tracks including 'Hungarian Rhapsody #2' and the 9-minute title track, showcasing Szabó's late 70s stylistic evolution.
6 tracksStereoSalvation labelPressings from Germany and Japan
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01Release
'The Complete Gabor Szabo in Budapest' LP reissue
Released in 2025 by Austrian label Ebalunga!!!, this limited edition LP features 16 tracks, including 'Magical Connection' and 'Killing Me Softly With His Song', with prices ranging from €35 to €41.
02Album
'1969' original US pressing details
The 1969 US original pressing of '1969' on Skye Records (catalog SK-9) is a promotional stereo LP noted for its blend of gypsy jazz and jazz-funk, priced around €6 to €16 depending on condition and availability.
03Pressings
'Macho' availability in Germany and Japan
The 1975 album 'Macho' is found in vinyl pressings from Germany (Salvation SAL 704) and Japan (Salvation GP3032), with prices ranging from €13.55 to €22.5 reflecting regional editions.
04Label
Skye Records impact on Szabó's late 60s work
Several key albums from the late 1960s, including '1969', 'Bacchanal', and 'Dreams', were released on Skye Records, showing the label's central role in Szabó's catalog and the jazz fusion movement.
"His blend of jazz with Hungarian folk and pop elements created a unique sonic palette."— Gábor Szabó's fusion style
Gábor Szabó vinyl discography
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FAQ
FAQ
The most common questions about pressings, reissues and limited editions.
Who was Gábor Szabó and what genres did he blend?
Gábor Szabó was a Hungarian jazz guitarist who blended jazz with pop, rock, and Hungarian folk influences, creating a distinctive fusion style mainly in the 1960s and 70s.
Which Gábor Szabó albums are essential for vinyl collectors?
Albums like '1969', 'Bacchanal', and 'Macho' are essential for vinyl collectors, each showcasing different facets of his jazz fusion style and available in various vinyl pressings.
What are the notable vinyl formats and pressings of Gábor Szabó's albums?
Notable formats include LP albums pressed in stereo, with original issues and reissues from labels such as Skye Records, Salvation, and Ebalunga, released in countries like the US, Germany, Japan, and Austria.
Where can I find original pressings of '1969' on vinyl?
Original '1969' vinyl pressings were released in the US under Skye Records with catalog number SK-9, often found in promo stereo LP editions.
Are Gábor Szabó's records available in France and what should collectors know?
While Gábor Szabó's original pressings were mostly outside France, his albums are sought after by French audiophiles for their fusion style and international vinyl editions can be imported.
What is the price range for Gábor Szabó vinyl records on the market?
Prices range widely from around €6 for some original pressings to over €40 for limited editions and sought-after reissues, depending on rarity and condition.
Which tracks are among the most played or recognized from Szabó's catalog?
Tracks like 'Stormy', 'San Franciscan Nights', and 'Three King Fishers' are among the most recognized and frequently played compositions from Szabó's works.
How does Gábor Szabó's Hungarian background influence his music?
His Hungarian roots influenced his guitar style and composition, integrating traditional folk elements into jazz, contributing to his unique fusion sound.
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Last updated: 04/07/2026