Jazz for coffee shops: 9 playlists brewed just right
Whether it’s smooth and soulful or bright with a bit of swing, jazz brings warmth and character to any space — and it’s the ideal soundtrack for coffee shops.
These curated playlists of coffee shop jazz set the tone for every cup and conversation.
Café Jazz
Featuring: Traditional jazz
If you’re looking to please a sophisticated café crowd, this playlist — featuring classics and contemporary jazz tracks — creates a refined yet inviting atmosphere for lingering.
Café Chillout
Featuring: Lo-fi jazz beats
Laid-back jazz instrumentals meet hip-hop beats to set a creative and chill energy. This playlist is designed for modern cafés where the vibe matters as much as the brew.
Jazz Brunch
Featuring: Traditional jazz with vocalists
Melodies from the 1950s bring a warm, toe-tapping energy that’s perfect for a laid-back weekend brunch.
Coffee Table Jazz
Featuring:
Early jazz favorites — like the Sonny Stitt Quartet — meet smooth modern vocals and a hint of pop in this playlist made for a cozy coffee shop or breakfast café.
French Jazz Café
Featuring: Classic and modern French jazz
A vibrant tribute to the rich and romantic world of French jazz, this playlist brings a touch of Parisian flair to your space.
Background Jazz
Featuring: Chill, lyric-free instrumentals
This playlist of vocal-free tracks blends seamlessly into the background, just right for a café that draws students, freelancers and readers looking to focus.
Easy Jazz
Featuring: Mellow jazz from contemporary artists
With lyrics and vocals so smooth they melt into the atmosphere, this mix of tracks by familiar jazz artists will set an effortlessly sophisticated mood.
Singalong Jazz
Featuring: Modern jazz and jazz covers, plus swing
From Hey Jude to Can’t Stop That Feeling!, these jazz-infused pop covers will have your coffee shop guests nodding, smiling and quietly singing along.
Jazz Piano Classics
Featuring: Lyric-free piano
This relaxing playlist of classic piano tunes by the likes of Duke Ellington, Bill Evans and Oscar Peterson creates a calm, elegant atmosphere that invites both conversation and concentration.
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