At Ease with Coleman Hawkins cover

At Ease with Coleman Hawkins

Coleman Hawkins · 1960

41 min · 8 tracks · jazz

A lush blend of smooth melodies and sophisticated harmonies that showcases Hawkins' masterful tenor saxophone.

Is this for you?

Good fit if you like

  • steady melodic exploration
  • for late-night relaxation
  • warm background for conversations
  • intimate moments of reflection

Maybe skip if you want

  • seeking fast-paced excitement
  • prefer standalone hit tracks

Where this album fits

Career context
By 1960, Coleman Hawkins was an established jazz artist, having gained recognition since the 1920s. 'At Ease with Coleman Hawkins' marked his transition into a more introspective phase of his career, following albums like 'The Hawk Flies High' (1963) and showcasing his versatility as he explored ballads and standards.
Stylistic neighbors
Ben Webster· Lester Young· John Coltrane

Tracklist

Best experienced from track one — press play and let it unfold.

  • 1 For You, for Me, Forevermore 6:10
  • 2 While We're Young 3:34
  • 3 Then I'll Be Tired of You 5:10
  • 4 Mighty Like a Rose 4:03
  • 5 At Dawning 4:41
  • 6 Trouble Is a Man 5:28
  • 7 Poor Butterfly 6:07
  • 8 I'll Get By (As Long as I Have You) 6:38

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