#1 · 1971
A landmark spiritual jazz album blending modal and post-bop styles, including the iconic title track and 'Shiva-Loka.'
5 tracksStereo pressingImpulse! label1971 original release
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Alice Coltrane
Alice Coltrane emerged from Detroit's jazz scene, blending free jazz, modal, and spiritual styles across the '60s to 2000s. She was a multi-instrumentalist and composer with six core LPs in circulation on vinyl.
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About
Alice Coltrane, Spiritual jazz and avant-garde explorations from Detroit to the world.
Six key LPs with original Impulse! pressings and recent reissues tracked in real time for prices and rarities.
Alice Coltrane (1937–2007) combined classical training with avant-garde jazz innovation, playing piano, harp, organ, and later Indian instruments. After joining John Coltrane’s band in 1966, she began recording under her own name following his death in 1967. Her catalog spans from free and spiritual jazz to modal and fusion, including significant Impulse! releases and later recordings featuring religious chants and Vedanta influences.
Collector interest remains strong with original pressings like "A Monastic Trio" (1968) and "Journey In Satchidananda" (1971) commanding notable market value. Numerous vinyl versions and reissues provide a detailed landscape of availability and pricing for vinyl enthusiasts tracking rarities and contemporary reissues.
Discography
Alice Coltrane — Discography
Studio albums, EPs and notable live records, from newest to oldest. Drag the timeline to browse.
Impulse! · 2024The Carnegie Hall Concert
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Impulse! · 2021Kirtan: Turiya Sings
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Impulse! · 2004Translinear Light
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The Jazz Alliance · 1995Marian McPartland's Piano Jazz With Guest Alice Coltrane
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Avatar Book Institute · 1990Turiyasangitananda - Infinite Chants
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Avatar Book Institute · 1987Divine Songs
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Avatar Book Institute · 1982Turiya Sings
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Warner Bros. Records · 1978Transfiguration
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Warner Bros. Records · 1977Radha-Krsna Nama Sankirtana
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Warner Bros. Records · 1977Transcendence
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Warner Bros. Records · 1976Eternity
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Milestone · 1974The Elements
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Columbia · 1974Illuminations
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Impulse! · 1972Lord Of Lords
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Impulse! · 1971Universal Consciousness
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Impulse! · 1971Journey In Satchidananda
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Impulse! · 1970Ptah, The El Daoud
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Impulse! · 1969Huntington Ashram Monastery
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Coltrane Recording Corporation · 1968Cosmic Music
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Impulse! · 1968A Monastic Trio
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Signature tracks
The tracks that sum up Alice Coltrane's career.
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Journey in Satchidananda
Journey In Satchidananda · 1971
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Turiya & Ramakrishna
Ptah, The El Daoud · 1970
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Stopover Bombay
Journey In Satchidananda · 1971
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Shiva-Loka
Journey In Satchidananda · 1971
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Blue Nile
Ptah, The El Daoud · 1970
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Something About John Coltrane
Journey In Satchidananda · 1971
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Wisdom Eye
Eternity · 1976
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Paramahansa Lake
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The essentials
The 3 Alice Coltrane albums you absolutely need
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#2 · 1970
Features modal and avant-garde spiritual jazz with compositions showcasing harp and piano interplay.
4 tracksImpulse! labelOriginal US pressing available1970 release
#3 · 1968
Debut studio album marking her emergence in free and spiritual jazz with intricate piano and harp work.
6 tracksStereo pressingImpulse! studio album1968 original release
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After John Coltrane's death, Alice carved a distinct space in spiritual and modal jazz, integrating Indian instruments into her sound.— Jazz Historian
01Studio Session
Recording of 'Journey In Satchidananda' (1971)
Recorded in New York in 1971 and released by Impulse!, this album features modal jazz elements combined with Indian instruments like harp and tamboura, reflecting Alice's spiritual influences.
02Original Pressings
Original US pressing of 'Ptah, The El Daoud'
The 1970 original US pressing on Impulse! (catalog number AS-9196) remains much sought after, showing a high want/have ratio of over 3:1 with more than 3,500 wishlist entries among collectors.
03Live Release
2024 release of 'The Carnegie Hall Concert'
A recent 2024 double-LP live album captures Alice's performance at Carnegie Hall, featuring an extended 28-minute 'Africa' track, issued on Impulse! with international distribution.
04Vinyl Market
Price range of 'Ptah, The El Daoud' vinyl editions
Prices for 'Ptah, The El Daoud' original and reissues vary widely, with examples listed from €43.5 up to €500 for premium original copies, reflecting its collectible status.
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FAQ
FAQ: Alice Coltrane on physical formats
The most common questions about pressings, reissues and limited editions.
Who was Alice Coltrane and what instruments did she play?
Alice Coltrane was an American jazz musician known for piano, harp, organ, and Indian instruments like the tampura, blending classical and avant-garde styles.
What are Alice Coltrane's most notable albums on vinyl?
Key albums include 'Journey In Satchidananda' (1971), 'Ptah, The El Daoud' (1970), and 'A Monastic Trio' (1968), all originally released on Impulse! Records.
Where was Alice Coltrane born and where did she pass away?
She was born in Detroit, United States, and died in Los Angeles in 2007.
Are there original pressings of Alice Coltrane's albums available?
Yes, original US pressings for albums like 'Ptah, The El Daoud' and 'Journey In Satchidananda' remain available and are sought after by collectors.
What styles of jazz did Alice Coltrane explore in her recordings?
Her work spans free jazz, modal jazz, spiritual jazz, and jazz fusion, often incorporating religious and Indian musical influences.
Is Alice Coltrane's vinyl music still tracked for prices and availability in France?
Yes, original and reissued vinyl pressings are actively tracked for prices and rarity by collectors and enthusiasts in France and beyond.
Where can I find Alice Coltrane vinyl records in France?
Specialized record stores and online marketplaces in France offer both original and reissue pressings of Alice Coltrane's key albums.
What makes 'Journey In Satchidananda' a significant album for vinyl collectors?
It blends spiritual jazz with modal and post-bop styles and includes Indian instruments, with original pressings valued for their sound and rarity.
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Last updated: 05/07/2026