Elevation

Our rating, out of 100 — and why.

AI-generated from five scored dimensions. An opinion, not a measurement.

Instrumental
58 /100
Treeline
Higher than 49% of albums we've rated

The album showcases strong compositions and skilled improvisation, typical of Tyner's style but not.

What we noticed

  • The album features a consistent use of modal jazz structures, with each track exploring different harmonic landscapes.
  • Each composition is built around extended improvisations, allowing the musicians to stretch out and develop themes over time.
Composition 25% of the score
7/10

the writing — melody, harmony, structure, lyrics

Craft 20% of the score
8/10

production, performance, arrangement

Durability 25% of the score
6/10

whether it rewards returning to it

Distinctiveness 18% of the score
7/10

whether it sounds like itself

Sequencing 12% of the score
5/10

running order, pacing, length

Influence 2/10

Little footprint beyond its audience. Reported but not counted — how far a record travelled describes its reception rather than the record, and a newer release has had less time to travel than an older one.

Is this for you?

Good fit if you like

  • patient explorations of rich emotions
  • introspective moments of quiet reflection
  • soothing sounds for late evenings
  • engaging melodies that invite thought

Maybe skip if you

  • prefer fast-paced, energetic tracks
  • want instant gratification from music

Where this album fits

Stylistic neighbors
Chick Corea· Herbie Hancock· Keith Jarrett

Tracklist

Best experienced from track one — press play and let it unfold.

  • 1 Short Suite 7:46
  • 2 13th House 5:59
  • 3 Search for Peace 7:34
  • 4 Love Samba 8:39
  • 5 Leo Rising 9:13

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