Alternate Takes
John Coltrane · 1975
40 min · 8 tracks · post-bop · free jazz · hard bop
Exploratory jazz improvisations intertwine Coltrane's signature saxophone with complex rhythms and harmonies across these alternate takes.
Why this album works
This album is significant for providing insight into Coltrane's improvisational process, revealing how he reinterpreted his own compositions. It has been recognized for its contribution to jazz discography, highlighting the depth of Coltrane's artistry while also influencing subsequent generations of jazz musicians seeking to explore alternative interpretations.
- Best for
- steady pacing with gradual resolution exploratory improvisations for deep listening thoughtful reflection during quiet moments
- Context
- Released in 1975, 'Alternate Takes' arrives a year after Coltrane's passing and showcases previously unreleased versions of his iconic tracks. This album serves as a posthumous testament to Coltrane's innovative spirit during the peak of his creative journey, especially following influential works like 'A Love Supreme' (1965).
- Stylistic neighbors
- Ella Fitzgerald· Diana Ross· Bob Dylan· Barbra Streisand· Frank Zappa· Chick Corea· Aretha Franklin· George Benson
Tracklist
Best experienced from track one — press play and let it unfold.
- 1 Giant Steps (alternate take) Standout 3:40
- 2 Naima (alternate take) Standout 4:27
- 3 Like Sonny (alternate take) 6:00
- 4 Cousin Mary (alternate take) 5:54
- 5 I'll Wait and Pray (alternate take) 3:25
- 6 Countdown (alternate take) Standout 4:33
- 7 Body and Soul (alternate take) 5:57
- 8 Syeeda's Song Flute (alternate take) 7:02
Reference: Wikipedia · MusicBrainz · Wikidata
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