#1 · 1966
A key post-bop album recorded under Blue Note during Henderson's classic period, noted for intricate compositions and strong ensemble interplay.
6 tracksMono pressingBlue Note label
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Joe Henderson
Joe Henderson was born in 1937 in Lima, Ohio, and became a prominent American jazz tenor saxophonist, active mainly in the 1960s through the 1990s. His style blends hard bop, post-bop, and spiritual jazz.
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About
Joe Henderson, American tenor saxophone voice of post-bop and hard bop jazz.
12 vinyls listed including Blue Note classics; pricing data reveals rare and reissue pressings.
Joe Henderson's career spanned over four decades, crossing multiple jazz styles such as bebop, hard bop, and post-bop. He recorded major albums on labels like Blue Note and Milestone, with a rich discography that includes studio, live, and compilation vinyls. Henderson's detailed compositions and intense saxophone voice have made him a staple in jazz collections worldwide.
His catalog on vinyl remains sought after, with various original pressings and reissues that illustrate significant phases of his artistic journey. Collectors value Blue Note’s releases like In 'N Out and Mode For Joe, which offer deep post-bop explorations, while Milestone records like Power To The People reveal his spiritual jazz and fusion facets.
Discography
Joe Henderson — Discography
Studio albums, EPs and notable live records, from newest to oldest. Drag the timeline to browse.
Verve Records · 1993So Near, So Far (Musings For Miles)
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What's In A Name Records · 1993Warm Valley
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Chesky Records · 1991New York Reunion
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Red Record · 1991The Standard Joe
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ARCO · 1990Punjab
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BRC · 1990Humpty Dumpty
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Landmark Records · 1990Getting Down To Business
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Justin Time · 1989Skydance
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Muse Records · 1988Akio With Joe Henderson
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Blue Note · 1987The State Of The Tenor • Live At The Village Vanguard • Volume Two
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Red Record · 1987Charlie Haden - Al Foster - An Evening With
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Blue Note · 1986The State Of The Tenor • Live At The Village Vanguard • Volume 1
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IDA Records · 1984Mais Où Est Donc Ornicar?
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Elektra Musician · 1983The Griffith Park Collection 2 In Concert
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Elektra Musician · 1982The Griffith Park Collection
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Elektra · 1982Echoes Of An Era
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Contemporary Records · 1981Relaxin' At Camarillo
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Galaxy · 1981Ballads By Four
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MPS Records · 1980Mirror, Mirror
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Galaxy · 1980Birds & Ballads
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Enja Records · 1979Barcelona
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CTI Records · 1979Yama
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Milestone · 1977Black Narcissus
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Milestone · 1975Canyon Lady
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Fantasy · 1974Born To Love You
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Milestone · 1974The Elements
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Milestone · 1973Multiple
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Milestone · 1972Black Is The Color
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Philips · 1971In Concert
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VICTOR WORLD GROUP · 1971Henderson's Habiliment
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Milestone · 1971In Pursuit Of Blackness
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Impulse! · 1970Ptah, The El Daoud
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Milestone · 1969Power To The People
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Milestone · 1968Tetragon
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Blue Note · 1966Mode For Joe
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Blue Note · 1966Inner Urge
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Blue Note · 1965In 'N Out
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Blue Note · 1964Our Thing
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Blue Note · 1963Page One
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Verve Records · Lush Life (The Music Of Billy Strayhorn)
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Playlist
Signature tracks
The tracks that sum up Joe Henderson's career.
01
Blue Bossa
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02
Blue Bossa - Remastered
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Black Narcissus
Power To The People · 1969
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Earth
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05
Lazy Afternoon
Power To The People · 1969
06
Felicidade
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07
Recorda Me
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08
Isotope
Power To The People · 1969
The essentials
The 3 Joe Henderson albums you absolutely need
Our pick, validated by the editorial team.
#2 · 1973
A later Milestone release blending afro-cuban jazz, modal, and fusion styles, reflecting Henderson’s expanding musical palette in the 70s.
5 tracksStereo pressingMilestone label
#3 · 1969
Demonstrates a phase mixing post-bop with fusion and spiritual jazz influences, released on Milestone, with significant collector interest.
7 tracksStereo and mono pressings knownMilestone label
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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.
Mirror, Mirror
Market position
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Min price 8 €Max price 35 €
Average price
10,84 €
Only 19 copies for sale on Discogs
257 collectors want it (Discogs wantlist)
Multiple
Market position
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Min price 70 €Max price 174 €
Average price
149,50 €
Only 8 copies for sale on Discogs
1 117 collectors want it (Discogs wantlist)
Power To The People
Market position
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Min price 52 €Max price 91 €
Average price
71,78 €
Only 8 copies for sale on Discogs
1 237 collectors want it (Discogs wantlist)
Tetragon
Market position
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Min price 70 €Max price 116 €
Average price
92,80 €
Only 23 copies for sale on Discogs
1 051 collectors want it (Discogs wantlist)
Mode For Joe
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Min price 233 €Max price 244 €
Average price
238,07 €
Only 13 copies for sale on Discogs
1 000 collectors want it (Discogs wantlist)
In 'N Out
Market position
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Min price 239 €Max price 740 €
Average price
489,38 €
Only 7 copies for sale on Discogs
1 013 collectors want it (Discogs wantlist)
Notable pressings & editions
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Face B
Side B: the hidden stories of Joe Henderson
Studio secrets, touring anecdotes and B-sides worth the whole album.
A towering figure in post-bop saxophone, Henderson's work traverses bebop, spiritual jazz, and fusion.— Jazz historian
01Original Pressing
Original US pressing of Power To The People
The original US pressing of Power To The People on Milestone (MSP 9024), released in 1969, shows a strong collector interest with a want/have ratio of approximately 2.5:1 and 2 copies available for sale.
02Studio Album
Mode For Joe recorded in mono
Mode For Joe, recorded in 1966 under Blue Note, is known in its original mono format featuring 6 tracks. It remains a staple for collectors seeking classic post-bop vinyl editions.
03Vinyl Prices
Price range for In 'N Out LP
The 1965 Blue Note LP In 'N Out commands a price range between 239 and 740 euros for original mono pressings, reflecting its rarity and demand among jazz vinyl collectors.
04Blue Note Legacy
Page One, Henderson's debut album, 1963
Page One was Joe Henderson's debut album released in 1963 on Blue Note in a mono vinyl format. The album features early compositions that established his hard bop stature on the jazz scene.
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FAQ
FAQ: Joe Henderson on physical formats
The most common questions about pressings, reissues and limited editions.
What genre of jazz is Joe Henderson known for?
Joe Henderson is known for hard bop, post-bop, bebop, and spiritual jazz styles.
Which Joe Henderson vinyl LPs are most collectible?
Highly collectible vinyls include Mode For Joe (1966), Multiple (1973), and Power To The People (1969).
Where was Joe Henderson born and when did he live?
He was born in Lima, Ohio, in 1937 and passed away in 2001.
Are Joe Henderson's albums available in France on vinyl?
Yes, several albums including Mirror, Mirror and Jazz Patterns are available on vinyl from French reissue labels.
What record labels released Joe Henderson's jazz albums?
Significant labels include Blue Note, Milestone, Concord, and Red Records.
What is a notable live recording by Joe Henderson on vinyl?
The State Of The Tenor live albums captured at the Village Vanguard are notable live vinyl releases.
Which Joe Henderson tracks are popular for jazz vinyl listeners?
Popular tracks include Blue Bossa, Black Narcissus, and Lazy Afternoon often featured on vinyl compilations.
Where can I find original US pressings of Power To The People?
Original US pressings of Power To The People appear occasionally on the vinyl market, usually priced between 50 and 90 euros depending on condition.
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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: 05/07/2026