#1 · 1936-1937
A foundational compilation capturing Reinhardt's early pioneering recordings, showcasing his evolving guitar style in the pre-war jazz scene.
CompilationJazz manoucheMonk label
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Django Reinhardt
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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Django Reinhardt, Pioneering gypsy jazz with a two-finger guitar technique.
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! · 2017Django (La Bande Originale Du Film)
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Bluebird · 1990Djangology 49
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Nec Plus Ultra · 1983Django Reinhardt Au Club St-Germain-Des-Prés
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Vogue · 1980Nuages (Radio Sessions 1947, Vol. 1)
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DJM Records · 1976Django Reinhardt
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CBS · 1968Paris 1945
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Barclay · 1968Django Reinhardt Joue Avec Les Guitars Unlimited
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Decca · 1966Django Reinhardt Et Son Quintette
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Disques Vogue · 1964Concert À Bruxelles 1948
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Brunswick · 1964Europe's Greatest Contribution To Jazz
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La Voix De Son Maître · 1962Django Et Stéphane - 14 Enregistrements Inédits
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RCA Victor · 1961Djangology
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Barclay · 1961Le Dernier Message De Django Reinhardt
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RCA · 1960Newly Discovered Masters
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La Voix De Son Maître · 1959Django Reinhardt Et Le Quintette De Hot Club De France
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Oriole · 1957Django
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Brunswick · 1954In Memoriam Django Reinhardt
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Swing · 1954Souvenirs de Django Reinhardt Volume 3
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Decca · 1943The Quintet Of The Hot Club Of France - Volume 2
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Decca · 1942The Quintet Of The Hot Club Of France
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Signature tracks
The tracks that sum up Django Reinhardt's career.
01
Minor Swing
Nuages (Radio Sessions 1947, Vol. 1) · 1980
02
Brazil
Django Reinhardt Joue Avec Les Guitars Unlimited · 1968
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I'll See You in My Dreams
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Nuages
Django Reinhardt Joue Avec Les Guitars Unlimited · 1968
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Limehouse Blues
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Honeysuckle Rose
Djangology 49 · 1990
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Django's Tiger
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Out of Nowhere
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The essentials
The 3 Django Reinhardt albums you absolutely need
Our pick, validated by the editorial team.
#2 · 1980
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
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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Collectors
For vinyl die-hards
The hidden side of the catalogue: rare pressings, sought-after matrices, Discogs values.
Market values (source: Discogs)
For each reference edition, these cards summarise the state of the global Discogs market. Market position places the average price of a copy between the observed min and max prices. Average price is the price seen for a mint-condition copy. Copies available counts listings currently for sale. Collectors who want it is the number of Discogs users who added it to their wantlist without owning it — a good signal of upcoming demand.
Nuages (Radio Sessions 1947, Vol. 1)
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Min price 7 €Max price 52 €
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29,60 €
Only 8 copies for sale on Discogs
17 collectors want it (Discogs wantlist)
Djangology 49
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Min price 12 €Max price 16 €
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14,09 €
Only 13 copies for sale on Discogs
1 collectors want it (Discogs wantlist)
Django Reinhardt Au Club St-Germain-Des-Prés
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Min price 10 €Max price 12 €
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10,98 €
Only 14 copies for sale on Discogs
19 collectors want it (Discogs wantlist)
Django Reinhardt
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Min price 3 €Max price 18 €
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4,39 €
Only 40 copies for sale on Discogs
8 collectors want it (Discogs wantlist)
Django Reinhardt Joue Avec Les Guitars Unlimited
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Min price 3 €Max price 4 €
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3,24 €
Only 60 copies for sale on Discogs
17 collectors want it (Discogs wantlist)
Notable pressings & editions
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.
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.
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.
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.
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FAQ
FAQ: Django Reinhardt on physical formats
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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Sources & method
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Our method
- Discographic data from MusicBrainz (dates, countries, activity period).
- Tracklists, artwork and genres retrieved via Discogs Masters.
- Values (low / median / high) and stock from the Discogs Marketplace.
- Audience and similar artists via Last.fm.
- Page updated automatically and reviewed by the editorial team.
Last updated: 04/07/2026