http://www.listsofbests.com/list/35263 Canadian broadcaster Ross Porter assembled this list for his 2006 book, "The Essential Jazz Recordings" published by McClelland & Stewart. He is president and CEO of Jazz.FM91 and used to host CBC Radio Two's late night jazz program "After Hours". 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