Horace Silver Trio
Horace Silver
1956Studio
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Artist profile · 05/07/2026
Horace Silver
Horace Silver, born in 1928 in Norwalk, Connecticut, was a US jazz pianist and composer influential in hard bop and soul jazz. He blended blues, gospel, and rhythm and blues into his music, shaping jazz piano from the 1950s onward.
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About
Horace Silver, Innovative hard bop and soul jazz from a piano pioneer.
Key Blue Note LPs from the 1950s and 1960s, with original pressings commanding notable collector interest.
Horace Silver is widely recognized for integrating percussive piano styles with swinging, soulful compositions that contributed significantly to the hard bop movement. He co-founded the Jazz Messengers in 1953 alongside drummer Art Blakey, cementing his role as a key figure in jazz evolution. Over his career, Silver recorded numerous albums primarily on Blue Note Records, spanning studio work and live sessions. His music reflects layered emotions, balancing exuberant rhythms with underlying melancholic themes.
Silver's discography includes landmark albums such as "Song For My Father" (1964), "Blowin' The Blues Away" (1959), and "Further Explorations" (1958).
Discography
Horace Silver discography
Studio albums, live records, compilations and radio recordings. Each album groups all its editions.
The Best of Horace Silver
Horace Silver
1969Studio
- Vinyl
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- Cassette
Silver 'n Brass
Horace Silver
1975Studio
- Vinyl
- CD
- Cassette
Silver 'N Wood
Horace Silver
1976Studio
- Vinyl 1
- CD 2
- Cassette
Silver'n Percussion
Horace Silver
1978Studio
- Vinyl
- CD
- Cassette
Silver ’n Strings Play the Music of the Spheres
Horace Silver
1980Studio
- Vinyl
- CD
- Cassette
Spiritualizing the Senses
Horace Silver
1982Studio
- Vinyl
- CD
- Cassette
Live 1964
Horace Silver
1984Live
- Vinyl
- CD
- Cassette
The Natives Are Restless Tonight
Horace Silver
1990Live
- Vinyl
- CD 1
- Cassette
It's Got to Be Funky
Horace Silver
1993Studio
- Vinyl
- CD 1
- Cassette 1
Pencil Packin' Papa
Horace Silver
1994Studio
- Vinyl
- CD 1
- Cassette 1
Re-Entry
Horace Silver
1996Live
- Vinyl
- CD 1
- Cassette
The Hardbop Grandpop
Horace Silver
1996Studio
- Vinyl
- CD 1
- Cassette
A Prescription for the Blues
Horace Silver
1997Studio
- Vinyl
- CD 1
- Cassette
Jazz... Has... A Sense of Humor
Horace Silver
1999Studio
- Vinyl
- CD 1
- Cassette
The Baghdad Blues - 1959
Horace Silver
1999Studio
- Vinyl
- CD
- Cassette
Paris Blues
Horace Silver
2002Studio
- Vinyl
- CD 1
- Cassette
Rockin' With Rachmaninoff
Horace Silver
2003Studio
- Vinyl
- CD
- Cassette
Live at Newport '58
Horace Silver
2008Live
- Vinyl
- CD 1
- Cassette
The Classic Blue Note Collection 1957-62
Horace Silver
2022Studio
- Vinyl
- CD 1
- Cassette
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Listen
Signature songs
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Song For My FatherSong For My Father (Cantiga Para Meu Pai) · 1964 - 02Lonely Woman - Remastered 1999/Rudy Van Gelder Edition
- 03Song For My Father (Rudy Van Gelder Edition) [1999 - Remastered]
- 04Que PasaSong For My Father (Cantiga Para Meu Pai) · 1964
- 05
Sister SadieBlowin' The Blues Away · 1959 - 06Que Pasa (Trio Version)
- 07PeaceBlowin' The Blues Away · 1959
- 08Doodlin'
Essentials
3 Horace Silver albums you need to own
Our picks, approved by the editors.
#1 · 1964This 1964 Blue Note album is a cornerstone of hard bop and Latin jazz, featuring the celebrated title track that remains a jazz standard.
6 tracksBlue Note labelOriginal US pressing BLP 4185Includes 'Song For My Father' and 'The Natives Are Restless Tonight'
#2 · 1959A defining Blue Note release from 1959 showcasing Silver's blend of hard bop with blues influences through seven tracks.
7 tracksBlue Note labelOriginal pressing catno 4017 BLP 4017Includes 'Sister Sadie' and 'The Baghdad Blues'
#3 · 2025Recently released live album capturing a performance at The Penthouse, featuring extended tracks and classic Silver compositions.
6 tracksBlue Note labelWorldwide original pressing catno 00602478715686Live performance
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B-side
B-side: the hidden stories of Horace Silver
Studio secrets, tour stories and B-sides worth the whole album.
01Band
Formation of The Jazz Messengers
In 1953, Horace Silver co-founded The Jazz Messengers with drummer Art Blakey, marking a pivotal moment in jazz hard bop history.
02Recording
"Blowin' The Blues Away" session
The album "Blowin' The Blues Away" was recorded in 1959 for Blue Note Records, blending blues styles with Silver's trademark hard bop piano.
03Pressings
Multiple pressings of "Song For My Father"
"Song For My Father" originally released in 1964 on Blue Note in mono and stereo formats, with original US presses highly sought after by collectors.
My playing is always percussive, yet I aim to keep the swing flowing with melody and soul.— Horace Silver
05Session
"Silver In Seattle" live recording
The 2025 live album "Silver In Seattle: Live At The Penthouse" captures extended renditions of Silver's classics like "The Kicker" and "Song For My Father" during a Seattle performance.
Horace Silver vinyl discography
See allNew Silver in Seattle: Live at the Penthouse
Horace Silver
Jazz contemporain / CoolJazz/Blues
2025-10-24BLUE NOTEFrom$29.95
1 offerSong For My Father
Horace Silver
Jazz contemporain / CoolJazz/Blues
2024-09-13BLUE NOTEFrom$30.90
1 offerHORACE SILVER AND THE JAZZ MESSENGERS
Horace Silver
Jazz contemporain / CoolJazz/Blues
2024-02-09SECOND RECORDSFrom$27.84
1 offerHORACE SILVER AND THE JAZZ MESSENGERS
Horace Silver
BebopJazz/Blues
2024-02-09SECOND RECORDSFrom$26.97
1 offer
Horace Silver CDs
See allSilver in Seattle: Live at the Penthouse
Horace Silver
BebopJazz/Blues
2025-10-24BLUE NOTEFrom$16.93
2 offersDoin' The Thing : The Horace Silver Quintet at the village gate
Horace Silver
Hard BopJazz/Blues
2014-05-05BLUE NOTEFrom$12.38
1 offerSong for my father
Horace Silver
Jazz Rock / Fusion / FunkJazz/Blues
2013-08-05BLUE NOTEFrom$13.99
1 offer
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FAQ
FAQ
The most common questions about pressings, reissues and limited editions.
Who was Horace Silver?
Horace Silver was an American jazz pianist and composer, known as a founder of the hard bop style and influential in soul jazz.
What genre of jazz did Horace Silver pioneer?
He was a major figure in hard bop and soul jazz, styles that integrate blues, gospel, and rhythm and blues influences.
What are some of Horace Silver's essential albums on vinyl?
Essential albums include "Song For My Father" (1964), "Blowin' The Blues Away" (1959), and the live release "Silver In Seattle" (2025).
Are there notable original vinyl pressings of Horace Silver's albums?
Yes, original Blue Note mono pressings of "Song For My Father" (1964) and "Blowin' The Blues Away" (1959) are especially collected and valued.
What is the typical format and weight of Horace Silver's vinyl albums?
Most of Silver's classic albums were released on 12-inch vinyl LPs, many in mono format with Blue Note label, some with reissues or stereo editions.
How does Horace Silver's piano style impact the vinyl listening experience?
His percussive and swinging piano playing is enhanced on vinyl, offering rich tonal warmth and dynamic range appreciated by audiophiles.
Where was Horace Silver born and where did he perform live recordings?
He was born in Norwalk, Connecticut, USA, and has live recordings such as "Silver In Seattle: Live At The Penthouse" from Seattle.
Is Horace Silver's music popular among jazz collectors internationally?
Yes, his albums are collected worldwide, with pressings available from the US, Canada, Netherlands, and more, reflecting strong international interest.
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- Discography data from MusicBrainz (dates, country, active years).
- Tracklists, covers and genres from Discogs Masters.
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- Audience and similar artists from Last.fm.
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Last updated: 05/07/2026