#1 · 1959
Features the groundbreaking track "Take Five" and explores complex time signatures; a defining record of cool jazz.
7 tracksMono pressingOriginal 1959 stereo and mono versions available
Artist page · 04/07/2026
Dave Brubeck
Dave Brubeck, born December 6, 1920 in Concord, California, was a key American jazz pianist and composer known for his cool jazz style and rhythmic innovations. His career spanned post-WWII into late 20th century jazz evolution.
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About
Dave Brubeck, Innovator of cool jazz and complex rhythms from 1950s America.
Iconic 1959 album Time Out featuring Take Five commands premium, multiple original pressings tracked.
Dave Brubeck emerged from Concord, California, bringing a distinctive blend of bebop and cool jazz to the post-war jazz scene. Forming the Dave Brubeck Quartet in the early 1950s with saxophonist Paul Desmond, Brubeck gained notable success through compositions with unusual time signatures, challenging jazz norms. His legacy includes numerous studio albums and live recordings, many reissued on vinyl with varied pressings from mono to audiophile 180g editions.
The release of the album Time Out in 1959 features groundbreaking tracks like "Take Five" and "Blue Rondo A La Turk" that showcase Brubeck’s exploration of asymmetric rhythms.
Discography
Dave Brubeck — Discography
Studio albums, EPs and notable live records, from newest to oldest. Drag the timeline to browse.
MusicMasters Jazz · 1992Once When I Was Very Young
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MusicMasters Jazz · 1991Quiet As The Moon
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Concord Jazz · 1988Moscow Night
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Concord Jazz · 1987Blue Rondo
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Atlantic · 1976All The Things We Are
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Atlantic · 1974Two Generations Of Brubeck "Brother, The Great Spirit Made Us All".
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Atlantic · 1973We're All Together Again For The First Time
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Atlantic · 1973Two Generations Of Brubeck
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Atlantic · 1972Truth Is Fallen
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CBS · 1972Live At The Berlin Philharmonie
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Columbia · 1971Summit Sessions
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Decca · 1970The Gates Of Justice
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Columbia · 1968Jackpot
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Decca · 1968The Light In The Wilderness
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Columbia · 1966Time In
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Columbia · 1965Jazz Impressions Of New York
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CBS · 1964Dave Brubeck In Berlin
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Crown Records · 1963The Greats!!!
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Columbia Masterworks · 1962The Real Ambassadors
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Fantasy · 1961Smith* - Near Myth
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Columbia · 1961Brubeck & Rushing
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Columbia · 1961Play Dave Brubeck's Points On Jazz
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Fantasy · 1960Brubeck A La Mode
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Columbia · 1960Southern Scene
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Columbia · 1960Bernstein Plays Brubeck Plays Bernstein
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Columbia · 1959Time Out
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Columbia · 1959Newport 1958
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Columbia · 1959Gone With The Wind
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Fantasy · 1958Reunion
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Fantasy · 1958Plays And Plays And Plays...
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Fantasy · 1957At Wilshire-Ebell
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Columbia · 1957Dave Digs Disney
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Columbia · 1956Brubeck Plays Brubeck
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Fantasy · 1956Jazz At The Blackhawk
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Columbia · 1956At Newport
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Fantasy · 1955Paul and Dave - Jazz Interwoven
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Columbia · 1955Brubeck Time
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Columbia · 1954Jazz Goes To College
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Fantasy · 1954Jazz At The College Of The Pacific
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Columbia · 1954Dave Brubeck At Storyville: 1954
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Playlist
Signature tracks
The tracks that sum up Dave Brubeck's career.
01
Take Five
Time Out · 1959
02
Unsquare Dance
Moscow Night · 1988
03
Blue Rondo A La Turk
Time Out · 1959
04
Bossa Nova U.S.A.
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05
In Your Own Sweet Way
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06
Three to Get Ready
Time Out · 1959
07
I'm in a Dancing Mood
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08
Besame Mucho
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The essentials
The 3 Dave Brubeck albums you absolutely need
Our pick, validated by the editorial team.
#2 · 1954
Live recordings capturing the energy of the Dave Brubeck Quartet during their early rise, blending bop and cool jazz.
7 tracksOriginal mono 1954 pressingLabel: Columbia
#3 · 2024
Recent release showcasing Brubeck’s jazz and blues blend, available on vinyl with contemporary production values.
Jazz/Blues genreLabel: IntermusicVinyl format
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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.
Time Out
Market position
i
Min price 6 €Max price 12 €
Average price
9,00 €
Only 4 copies for sale on Discogs
2 537 collectors want it (Discogs wantlist)
Jazz Goes To College
Market position
i
Min price 4 €Max price 81 €
Average price
10,20 €
Only 29 copies for sale on Discogs
281 collectors want it (Discogs wantlist)
Once When I Was Very Young
Market position
i
Min price 43 €Max price 43 €
Average price
42,63 €
Only 1 copies for sale on Discogs
7 collectors want it (Discogs wantlist)
Moscow Night
Market position
i
Min price 3 €Max price 8 €
Average price
5,80 €
Only 20 copies for sale on Discogs
14 collectors want it (Discogs wantlist)
Blue Rondo
Market position
i
Min price 4 €Max price 13 €
Average price
7,01 €
Only 32 copies for sale on Discogs
18 collectors want it (Discogs wantlist)
Notable pressings & editions
Face B
Side B: the hidden stories of Dave Brubeck
Studio secrets, touring anecdotes and B-sides worth the whole album.
"Take Five" became one of the rare examples of innovative music turning into a global hit.— Dave Brubeck Enthusiast
01Studio
Recording of Time Out in 1959
The Time Out album was recorded in 1959 featuring innovative rhythm structures uncommon in jazz at the time, including the now-classic track "Take Five."
02Pressing
Original New Zealand pressing of Time Out
An original 1959 New Zealand pressing of Time Out on Coronet label (KLP 835) is tracked with prices around 12 euros, reflecting its collector value and rarity.
03Label
Jazz Goes To College on Columbia label
The 1954 album Jazz Goes To College was originally issued by Columbia as an LP featuring the Dave Brubeck Quartet’s early approach combining bop and cool jazz elements.
04Pressing
Moscow Night LP original and reissues
The album Moscow Night features multiple pressings including a 1988 original release on Concord Jazz in Germany (CJ-353) with prices ranging around 3 to 8 euros.
Records by Dave Brubeck
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FAQ
FAQ: Dave Brubeck on physical formats
The most common questions about pressings, reissues and limited editions.
What makes Dave Brubeck's album Time Out unique on vinyl?
Time Out is notable for its use of unusual time signatures in jazz, such as 5/4 in "Take Five", challenging traditional rhythmic norms on vinyl recordings.
Which Dave Brubeck vinyl pressing is considered most collectible?
Original 1959 mono pressings of Time Out, especially from Coronet in New Zealand, are sought after for their rarity and sound quality.
Are there audiophile editions of Dave Brubeck's albums available?
Yes, audiophile 180g vinyl editions of classic albums like Time Out exist, offering superior sound fidelity for collectors.
Where can I find Dave Brubeck's jazz on French vinyl labels?
Several compilations and reissues are available on French labels such as Intermusic and Vinyl Passion, with recent releases like Angel Eyes.
What formats are Dave Brubeck's key albums released on?
His key albums are available in multiple formats including LP, CD, mono and stereo vinyl pressings, and audiophile editions.
How does Dave Brubeck's style blend with bebop and cool jazz on vinyl?
Brubeck's work incorporates bebop complexity with the relaxed tempos of cool jazz, reflected in live and studio mono and stereo vinyl recordings.
Are there original pressings of Jazz Goes To College still for sale?
Original 1954 mono pressings on Columbia label occasionally appear on the market and can be tracked for pricing and availability.
What price range to expect for a Time Out original vinyl pressing?
Prices vary from approximately €6 to €12 depending on condition and specific pressing, with some outliers reaching higher.
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Sources & method
This page is compiled by the vinyles.com editorial team from public sources and our marketplace.
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