19
56 min · 19 tracks · jazz · opera
A captivating blend of avant-garde jazz improvisation and structured melodies that defy conventional boundaries.
Is this for you?
Good fit if you like
- dynamic exploration with resolution
- short tracks for quick engagement
- captivating improvisation moments
- wave-like pacing throughout
- thoughtful transitions between pieces
Maybe skip if you want
- prefer instant gratification tracks
- seek straightforward listening experiences
Where this album fits
- Career context
- Released in 1988, '19' marks Anthony Braxton's exploration of solo compositions during a prolific phase in his career. This album followed his acclaimed works in the 1970s and 1980s, showcasing his unique approach to jazz that merges experimental techniques with traditional forms. At this point, Braxton was solidifying his reputation as a boundary-pushing musician within the avant-garde jazz scene.
- Stylistic neighbors
- Ornette Coleman· Sun Ra· Henry Threadgill
Tracklist
Best experienced from track one — press play and let it unfold.
- 1 Ballade 2:57
- 2 Relationship 3:25
- 3 Buzzlogic 2:46
- 4 African Violets 2:26
- 5 Whole 3:14
- 6 Intervallic 3:17
- 7 Long 2:25
- 8 Pointillistic 2:40
- 9 Triplet Diatonic 3:05
- 10 Kelvin 1:57
- 11 You Go to My Head 4:17
- 12 Med/Dance 1:47
- 13 Multiphonic 1:58
- 14 'Round 'Bout Midnight 2:44
- 15 Line 3:47
- 16 Quarter 2:56
- 17 Ballade 2:17
- 18 Half Nelson 5:10
- 19 Triadic Spiral 3:04
Reference: Wikipedia · MusicBrainz · Wikidata
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