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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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