A Tale of God's Will
Terence Blanchard · 2007
72 min · 13 tracks · opera · hard bop
A haunting orchestral jazz suite that interweaves sorrowful melodies with evocative storytelling about loss and resilience.
Is this for you?
Good fit if you like
- long, immersive listening sessions
- dynamic emotional journeys
- haunting, reflective moments
- wave-like pacing and flow
Where this album fits
- Career context
- In 2007, Terence Blanchard was an established figure in the jazz world, known for his work scoring films and collaborations with legends. 'A Tale of God's Will' marked a significant moment as it was a poignant response to Hurricane Katrina, further solidifying his role as a voice for social change through music. This album followed his previous work 'Flow' and showcased a deep artistic commitment to addressing contemporary issues.
- Stylistic neighbors
- Wynton Marsalis· Roy Hargrove· Kendrick Scott
Tracklist
Best experienced from track one — press play and let it unfold.
- 1 Ghost of Congo Square 3:04
- 2 Levees 8:11
- 3 Wading Through 6:29
- 4 Ashé 8:19
- 5 In Time of Need 7:53
- 6 Ghost of Betsy 2:09
- 7 The Water 4:09
- 8 Mantra Intro 3:22
- 9 Mantra 9:51
- 10 Over There 7:45
- 11 Ghost of 1927 1:40
- 12 Funeral Dirge 5:54
- 13 Dear Mom 3:39
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