contemporary jazz
38 women, non-binary artists, and bands with women making contemporary jazz. start at whatever level you're standing on.
the whole contemporary jazz guide: what it is, where to start, everyone making it →
level 1 · mainstream
the pop everyone knows
level 2 · the door
big names with a sharper edge
level 3 · one step out
cult favorites and indie darlings
level 4 · further
art pop, hyperpop, and the underground
level 5 · all the way
deep experimental
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questions
Who are some women making contemporary jazz?
Esperanza Spalding, Marilyn Mazur, Mette Henriette, Fly, Myriam Alter, and Patricia Barber are a few. musicisforgirls.com/genres/contemporary-jazz/girls lists 38, sorted from mainstream to underground.
Who are some underground women making contemporary jazz?
Further out, try Fly, Patricia Barber, Gretchen Parlato, and Keiko Matsui.
Where should I start with contemporary jazz?
Start with Norah Jones, then work your way out a level at a time.
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artists from musicbrainz and last.fm, updated 2026-10-20
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