The Starting Five is an album by organist Jimmy McGriff recorded in 1986 and released on the Milestone label the following year.

[1][2][3][4] Allmusic's Scott Yanow said: "Due to the strong lineup and the basic but perfectly suitable material, this Jimmy McGriff CD is well worth picking up.

... A fun and swinging session".

[5] All compositions by Jimmy McGriff except where noted