Looking to dabble in the world of jazz? Need to buy a gift for the guitarist in your family? Here are five highly recommended jazz guitar albums, all of which are enjoyable, and easy to listen to. The recordings are listed chronologically, so if you think you might enjoy more a recent recording, choose from the last few albums.
Charlie Christian - "Genius of the Electric Guitar"
Many people believe this is where jazz guitar really all began.
The recordings are very old (between 1939 and 1941), so the fidelity leaves something to be desired. The style of music may also be a little hokey, so for some, this won't be the place to begin. But, if you want to get a glimpse into the birth of a style of music, this is a great CD.