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Django Reinhardt

LiberchiesBorn in 1910Compilations Jazz / Blues19 vinyl albums

Django Reinhardt, born in 1910 in Liberchies, Belgium, was a pioneering French jazz guitarist of Romani descent. He developed a unique two-finger technique after a hand injury and is a central figure in jazz manouche and swing.

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20+ vinyl releases including vintage pressings from 1936 and top jazz manouche classics.

Django Reinhardt's career spans from the 1920s to the early 1950s, marked by innovation in jazz guitar despite a severe injury that cost him the use of two fingers. His style blends jazz with Romani musical traditions, defining the Gypsy jazz genre. Reinhardt co-founded the Quintette du Hot Club de France with Stéphane Grappelli, recording influential albums and performing throughout Europe and the US.

Vinyl collectors can explore over 20 releases on various labels such as Vogue, Decca, and Bluebird, including original pressings of 'Nuages (Radio Sessions 1947, Vol. 1)' from France and remastered compilations like 'Djangology 49' from the 1990s. Reinhardt's legacy endures in the jazz and vinyl communities worldwide.

Discography

Django Reinhardt discography

Studio albums, EPs and notable live records, from newest to oldest. Drag the timeline to browse.

Impulse! · 2017

2017

Django (La Bande Originale Du Film)

CD, Album

Studio

Bluebird · 1990

1990

Djangology 49

CD, Album, Remastered

Studio

Django Reinhardt Au Club St-Germain-Des-Prés

Nec Plus Ultra · 1983

1983

Django Reinhardt Au Club St-Germain-Des-Prés

Vinyl, LP, Album, Mono

Studio

Vogue · 1980

1980

Nuages (Radio Sessions 1947, Vol. 1)

Vinyl, LP, Album

Studio

DJM Records · 1976

1976

Django Reinhardt

Vinyl, LP, Album, Mono

Studio

CBS · 1968

1968

Paris 1945

Vinyl, LP, Album

Studio

Django Reinhardt Joue Avec Les Guitars Unlimited

Barclay · 1968

1968

Django Reinhardt Joue Avec Les Guitars Unlimited

Vinyl, LP, Album

Studio

Decca · 1966

1966

Django Reinhardt Et Son Quintette

Vinyl, LP, Album

Studio

Disques Vogue · 1964

1964

Concert À Bruxelles 1948

Vinyl, LP, Album, Reissue, Mono

Studio

Brunswick · 1964

1964

Europe's Greatest Contribution To Jazz

Vinyl, LP, Album, Mono

Studio

Django Et Stéphane - 14 Enregistrements Inédits

La Voix De Son Maître · 1962

1962

Django Et Stéphane - 14 Enregistrements Inédits

Vinyl, LP, Album

Studio

RCA Victor · 1961

1961

Djangology

Vinyl, LP, Album, Mono

Studio

Barclay · 1961

1961

Le Dernier Message De Django Reinhardt

Vinyl, LP, 10", Album, Reissue, Mono

Studio

RCA · 1960

1960

Newly Discovered Masters

Vinyl, LP, Album, Mono

Studio

Django Reinhardt Et Le Quintette De Hot Club De France

La Voix De Son Maître · 1959

1959

Django Reinhardt Et Le Quintette De Hot Club De France

Vinyl, LP, Album

Studio

Oriole · 1957

1957

Django

Vinyl, LP, 10", Album

Studio

Brunswick · 1954

1954

In Memoriam Django Reinhardt

Vinyl, LP, 10", Album

Studio

Swing · 1954

1954

Souvenirs de Django Reinhardt Volume 3

Vinyl, LP, 10", Album

Studio

The Quintet Of The Hot Club Of France - Volume 2

Decca · 1943

1943

The Quintet Of The Hot Club Of France - Volume 2

Shellac, 10", 78 RPM, Album

Studio

Decca · 1942

1942

The Quintet Of The Hot Club Of France

Shellac, 10", 78 RPM, Album

Studio

Playlist

Signature tracks

The tracks that sum up Django Reinhardt's career.

Minor Swing

Nuages (Radio Sessions 1947, Vol. 1) · 1980

Brazil

Django Reinhardt Joue Avec Les Guitars Unlimited · 1968

I'll See You in My Dreams

Nuages

Django Reinhardt Joue Avec Les Guitars Unlimited · 1968

Limehouse Blues

Honeysuckle Rose

Djangology 49 · 1990

Django's Tiger

Out of Nowhere

The essentials

The 3 Django Reinhardt albums you absolutely need

Our pick, validated by the editorial team.

#1 · 1936-1937

Are You In The Mood? (1936-37)

A foundational compilation capturing Reinhardt's early pioneering recordings, showcasing his evolving guitar style in the pre-war jazz scene.

CompilationJazz manoucheMonk label

#2 · 1980

LP, Album

Nuages (Radio Sessions 1947, Vol. 1)

Classic recordings featuring the iconic track "Nuages" and other Gypsy jazz standards, available in both original and reissue French pressings.

12 tracksVogue labelOriginal 1947 sessionsStereo qualities vary

#3 · 1990

LP, Remastered

Djangology 49

A remastered compilation LP capturing Reinhardt’s late career brilliance with 20 tracks blending Gypsy jazz classics and jazz standards.

20 tracksBluebird labelRemastered editionMultiple vinyl versions

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Stéphane Grappelli

Django Reinhardt & Stéphane Grappelli

Face B

Side B: the hidden stories of Django Reinhardt

Studio secrets, touring anecdotes and B-sides worth the whole album.

The genius does not need to justify itself: it simply is!

— Louis Vola, bassist

01Early years

Django Reinhardt born in a Romani caravan in 1910

Jean Reinhardt was born on January 23, 1910, in Liberchies, Belgium, into a Romani family living a nomadic lifestyle across Europe before settling in Paris.

1910Liberchies, Belgium

02Injury and technique

Hand injury in 1928 leading to a revolutionary guitar technique

A severe fire in his caravan injured Reinhardt's left hand in November 1928, resulting in the loss of use of two fingers. He developed a new playing style using only two fingers and his thumb.

1928Paris

03Quintette du Hot Club de France

Formation in 1934 of a groundbreaking jazz group

In 1931, Reinhardt and violinist Stéphane Grappelli founded the Quintette du Hot Club de France, pioneering a blend of jazz and Romani music that became known as Gypsy jazz.

1931Paris

04American tour

1946 US tour with Duke Ellington's orchestra

In 1946, Django toured the United States with Duke Ellington, playing across the US and Canada. The tour highlighted cultural and musical differences, but marked a key moment in his international exposure.

1946United States

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SWINGING WITH DJANGO

Django Reinhardt

Django Reinhardt

Gypsy Jazz Jazz/Blues

Jan 10, 2017 Jazz Images

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FAQ

The most common questions about pressings, reissues and limited editions.

What genre is Django Reinhardt's music?

Django Reinhardt is known for Gypsy jazz, a style blending traditional Romani music with jazz swing and bebop influences.

When was Django Reinhardt active musically?

His recorded career spans primarily from the late 1920s until his death in 1953, with continued posthumous releases and compilations.

Which record labels released Django Reinhardt's vinyl?

Labels include Vogue, Decca, Bluebird, 20th Century Masterworks, Jazz Images, and others across various countries and decades.

Are original Django Reinhardt vinyl pressings rare?

Original pressings from the 1930s and 1940s exist but are scarce and tend to command premium prices among collectors.

What are notable Django Reinhardt tracks for vinyl collectors?

Tracks like "Minor Swing," "Nuages," "Djangology," and "Swing 39" are essential and appear on many vinyl releases.

Where was Django Reinhardt born?

He was born in Liberchies, Belgium, while his Romani family traveled across Europe before settling in Paris.

Are there vinyl reissues of Reinhardt’s classic recordings in France?

Yes, French label Vogue issued several reissues including the 1980 LP "Nuages (Radio Sessions 1947, Vol. 1)" popular among collectors.

What should I listen for to appreciate Django Reinhardt on vinyl?

Listen for his distinctive two-finger guitar technique, the rhythmic interplay with violin, and sweeping melodic improvisations typical of Gypsy jazz.

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Last updated: 04/07/2026

Django Reinhardt

Django Reinhardt, Pioneering gypsy jazz with a two-finger guitar technique.

Django Reinhardt born in a Romani caravan in 1910

Hand injury in 1928 leading to a revolutionary guitar technique

Formation in 1934 of a groundbreaking jazz group

1946 US tour with Duke Ellington's orchestra

Records by Django Reinhardt

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