A Night at the Vanguard
Kenny Burrell · 1959
44 min · 10 tracks · blues · jazz · soul
Smooth guitar lines weave through a rich tapestry of jazz standards and soulful improvisation.
Why this album works
- Best for
- steady, consistent energy levels smooth background ambiance contemplative listening sessions
- Context
- Released in 1959, 'A Night at the Vanguard' came during Kenny Burrell's rise as a prominent jazz guitarist. This was his second album, following the critically acclaimed 'Introducing Kenny Burrell' from 1956, and it further established his reputation within the jazz scene.
- If you like
- blues, jazz, soul
A Night at the Vanguard is an album by Kenny Burrell, released in 1959. Smooth guitar lines weave through a rich tapestry of jazz standards and soulful improvisation. The album is celebrated for its blend of blues and jazz, showcasing Burrell's unique style that influenced subsequent generations of guitarists. It received acclaim from critics, with notable mentions in publications like DownBeat, solidifying its place in the jazz canon. Here's what makes it worth your time and what to listen to next.
Frequently Asked Questions
What does A Night at the Vanguard sound like?
Smooth guitar lines weave through a rich tapestry of jazz standards and soulful improvisation. Rooted in blues and jazz.
What makes A Night at the Vanguard by Kenny Burrell notable?
The album is celebrated for its blend of blues and jazz, showcasing Burrell's unique style that influenced subsequent generations of guitarists. It received acclaim from critics, with notable mentions in publications like DownBeat, solidifying its place in the jazz canon. Released in 1959, 'A Night at the Vanguard' came during Kenny Burrell's rise as a prominent jazz guitarist. This was his second album, following the critically acclaimed 'Introducing Kenny Burrell' from 1956, and it further established his reputation within the jazz scene.
Who is A Night at the Vanguard for?
A Night at the Vanguard works well if you're into steady, consistent energy levels, smooth background ambiance and contemplative listening sessions.
How many songs are on A Night at the Vanguard?
A Night at the Vanguard has 10 tracks, running approximately 44 minutes.
Tracklist
Best experienced from track one — press play and let it unfold.
- 1 All Night Long Standout 5:17
- 2 Will You Still Be Mine 4:23
- 3 I'm a Fool to Want You Standout 4:40
- 4 Trio 4:22
- 5 Broadway 4:18
- 6 Soft Winds 3:18
- 7 Just a Sittin' and a Rockin' 4:21
- 8 Well You Needn't 4:26
- 9 Afternoon in Paris Standout 5:11
- 10 Tricotrism 3:52
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