A Time for Love
Arturo Sandoval · 2010
68 min · 14 tracks · jazz
A lush blend of jazz and Latin rhythms, where trumpet melodies soar over intricate arrangements with a romantic flair.
Top tracks — play these first
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A Time for Love — The title track beautifully encapsulates the album's romantic themes, featuring heartfelt trumpet lines that convey longing and tenderness.
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I Loves You Porgy — This rendition highlights Sandoval's expressive playing and ability to convey complex emotions, transforming a well-known standard into a deeply personal interpretation.
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Every Time We Say Goodbye — With its poignant melody, this track showcases Sandoval's nuanced phrasing and ability to evoke nostalgia, making it a standout moment on the album.
Elevation
Our rating, out of 100 — and why.
AI-generated from five scored dimensions. An opinion, not a measurement.
InstrumentalThe album showcases strong compositions and skilled performances, maintaining a cohesive romantic theme throughout.
What we noticed
- The album features a consistent use of lush orchestration, with strings and woodwinds complementing the trumpet melodies throughout.
- Each track maintains a slow to mid-tempo pace, creating a relaxed and romantic atmosphere across the entire record.
- Sandoval's trumpet takes the lead in nearly every piece, often improvising over the harmonic structures laid out by the accompanying instruments.
- Composition 25% of the score
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7/10
- Craft 20% of the score
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8/10
- Durability 25% of the score
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6/10
- Distinctiveness 18% of the score
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6/10
- Sequencing 12% of the score
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7/10
the writing — melody, harmony, structure, lyrics
production, performance, arrangement
whether it rewards returning to it
whether it sounds like itself
running order, pacing, length
Known within its scene. Reported but not counted — how far a record travelled describes its reception rather than the record, and a newer release has had less time to travel than an older one.
Is this for you?
Good fit if you like
- romantic evenings with candlelight
- intimate moments of reflection
- sophisticated gatherings with friends
- slow-paced, dreamy soundscapes
- nostalgic feelings of longing
Maybe skip if you
- seeking upbeat dance tracks
- prefer short, fast songs
Where this album fits
- Career context
- By 2010, Arturo Sandoval was an established figure in the jazz world, having already won multiple Grammy Awards. 'A Time for Love' marks his continued exploration of jazz standards, showcasing his virtuosic trumpet skills and deep emotional expression. This album follows his acclaimed work in both Latin jazz and classical realms, reinforcing his reputation as a versatile and innovative musician.
- Stylistic neighbors
- Chick Corea· Paquito D'Rivera· Tito Puente
Moments worth listening for
Where the writing does something specific.
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Every Time We Say Goodbye
The moment shifts from a somber reflection on parting to a tender recollection of love shared before the farewell.
This structural change enhances the emotional weight of the song, contrasting loss with cherished memories.
Tracklist
Best experienced from track one — press play and let it unfold.
- 1 Après Un Rêve (After the Dream) 5:09
- 2 Emily 4:25
- 3 Speak Low 4:37
- 4 Estate 4:00
- 5 A Time for Love 5:06
- 6 Pavane Pour Une Infante Défunte (Pavane for a Dead Princess) 5:14
- 7 I Loves You Porgy 5:15
- 8 Oblivion (How to Say Goodbye) 5:26
- 9 Pavane 4:52
- 10 Smile 4:02
- 11 All the Way 4:05
- 12 Smoke Gets in Your Eyes 4:24
- 13 Windmills of Your Mind 5:35
- 14 Every Time We Say Goodbye 5:54
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