3 Phasis
Cecil Taylor · 1978
57 min · 5 tracks · jazz · avant-garde music
A sprawling exploration of avant-garde jazz, blending free improvisation with intricate rhythmic structures.
Why this album works
- Best for
- steady unfolding of intricate ideas focused exploration of rhythmic complexity immersive listening for attentive audiences
- Context
- By 1978, Cecil Taylor was an established figure in avant-garde jazz, having gained recognition for his innovative piano techniques and compositions. '3 Phasis' followed his previous works like 'Conquistador!' (1966) and showcased his evolution towards more complex and abstract soundscapes, further solidifying his reputation as a pioneer in the genre.
- If you like
- jazz, avant-garde music
3 Phasis is an album by Cecil Taylor, released in 1978. A sprawling exploration of avant-garde jazz, blending free improvisation with intricate rhythmic structures. This album is notable for its bold improvisational style and complexity, contributing to the development of free jazz during the late 1970s. It received critical acclaim for its artistic ambition, influencing a generation of musicians who sought to push boundaries within jazz and avant-garde music. Here's what makes it worth your time and what to listen to next.
Frequently Asked Questions
What does 3 Phasis sound like?
A sprawling exploration of avant-garde jazz, blending free improvisation with intricate rhythmic structures. Rooted in jazz and avant-garde music.
What makes 3 Phasis by Cecil Taylor notable?
This album is notable for its bold improvisational style and complexity, contributing to the development of free jazz during the late 1970s. It received critical acclaim for its artistic ambition, influencing a generation of musicians who sought to push boundaries within jazz and avant-garde music. By 1978, Cecil Taylor was an established figure in avant-garde jazz, having gained recognition for his innovative piano techniques and compositions. '3 Phasis' followed his previous works like 'Conquistador!' (1966) and showcased his evolution towards more complex and abstract soundscapes, further solidifying his reputation as a pioneer in the genre.
Who is 3 Phasis for?
3 Phasis works well if you're into steady unfolding of intricate ideas, focused exploration of rhythmic complexity and immersive listening for attentive audiences.
How many songs are on 3 Phasis?
3 Phasis has 5 tracks, running approximately 57 minutes.
Tracklist
Best experienced from track one — press play and let it unfold.
- 1 3 Phasis, Part 1 Standout 11:10
- 2 3 Phasis, Part 2 Standout 9:16
- 3 3 Phasis, Part 3 11:52
- 4 3 Phasis, Part 4 11:54
- 5 3 Phasis, Part 5 Standout 13:05
Release Date
January 1, 1978
Artist Origin
United States
Runtime
57 min 17 sec
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