Smooth, swinging, or downright fiery—these jazz tracks will make your feet move like never before.
1. "Footprints" (2024 Reimagined)
by Esperanza Spalding & Robert Glasper
A hypnotic bassline meets Glasper's signature piano grooves—perfect for contemporary jazz dancers chasing fluidity.
2. "The Midnight Samba"
by Cécile McLorin Salvant
Unexpected tempo shifts keep Lindy Hoppers on their toes, with Salvant's velvet vocals guiding the rhythm.
3. "Neon Waltz"
by Kamasi Washington
3/4 time gets a cosmic makeover—ideal for experimental dancers blending jazz and modern styles.
4. "Chatterbox" (Live at Blue Note)
by DOMi & JD Beck
This viral synth-jazz explosion turns dance floors into playgrounds with its unpredictable stops and starts.
5. "Honey Drip"
by YolanDa Brown
British sax meets Afro-Caribbean rhythms—the ultimate warm-up track for social jazz dance nights.
Dancer's Bonus: Search #JazzSteps2025 on social media to see how pros are interpreting these tracks.
