19
56 min · 19 tracks · jazz · opera
A captivating blend of avant-garde jazz improvisation and structured melodies that defy conventional boundaries.
Why this album works
- Best for
- dynamic exploration with resolution short tracks for quick engagement captivating improvisation moments
- 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.
- If you like
- jazz, opera
19 is an album by Anthony Braxton. A captivating blend of avant-garde jazz improvisation and structured melodies that defy conventional boundaries. '19' is significant for its innovative use of form and structure, contributing to the evolution of solo performance in jazz. The album has been praised for its intricate compositions and improvisational depth, influencing a generation of musicians seeking to expand the jazz idiom. Critics have highlighted this work as essential listening for understanding the trajectory of modern jazz. Here's what makes it worth your time and what to listen to next.
Frequently Asked Questions
What does 19 sound like?
A captivating blend of avant-garde jazz improvisation and structured melodies that defy conventional boundaries. Rooted in jazz and opera.
What makes 19 by Anthony Braxton notable?
'19' is significant for its innovative use of form and structure, contributing to the evolution of solo performance in jazz. The album has been praised for its intricate compositions and improvisational depth, influencing a generation of musicians seeking to expand the jazz idiom. Critics have highlighted this work as essential listening for understanding the trajectory of modern jazz. 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.
Who is 19 for?
19 works well if you're into dynamic exploration with resolution, short tracks for quick engagement and captivating improvisation moments.
How many songs are on 19?
19 has 19 tracks, running approximately 56 minutes.
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 Standout 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 Standout 4:17
- 12 Med/Dance 1:47
- 13 Multiphonic Standout 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
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