At the Pershing, Vol. 2
Ahmad Jamal · 1961
36 min · 11 tracks · post-bop · hard bop · cool jazz
A tender blend of melodic improvisation and rhythmic intricacy, showcasing Jamal's distinctive trio dynamics.
Why this album works
- Best for
- steady melodic exploration intimate evening listening thoughtful improvisational moments
- Context
- Released in 1961, 'At the Pershing, Vol. 2' followed Ahmad Jamal's breakthrough album 'At the Pershing: But Not for Me', which solidified his popularity in the jazz scene. This album further established him as a leading figure in the cool jazz movement, exemplifying his innovative approach to rhythm and melody during a pivotal period in his career.
- If you like
- post-bop, hard bop, cool jazz
At the Pershing, Vol. 2 is an album by Ahmad Jamal, released in 1961. A tender blend of melodic improvisation and rhythmic intricacy, showcasing Jamal's distinctive trio dynamics. The album is notable for its commercial success, reaching high positions on the jazz charts and reinforcing Jamal's influence on both contemporaries and future generations of jazz musicians. Its performances brought a new level of sophistication to standard repertoire, furthering the appreciation of jazz as an art form. Here's what makes it worth your time and what to listen to next.
Frequently Asked Questions
What does At the Pershing, Vol. 2 sound like?
A tender blend of melodic improvisation and rhythmic intricacy, showcasing Jamal's distinctive trio dynamics. Rooted in post-bop and hard bop.
What makes At the Pershing, Vol. 2 by Ahmad Jamal notable?
The album is notable for its commercial success, reaching high positions on the jazz charts and reinforcing Jamal's influence on both contemporaries and future generations of jazz musicians. Its performances brought a new level of sophistication to standard repertoire, furthering the appreciation of jazz as an art form. Released in 1961, 'At the Pershing, Vol. 2' followed Ahmad Jamal's breakthrough album 'At the Pershing: But Not for Me', which solidified his popularity in the jazz scene. This album further established him as a leading figure in the cool jazz movement, exemplifying his innovative approach to rhythm and melody during a pivotal period in his career.
Who is At the Pershing, Vol. 2 for?
At the Pershing, Vol. 2 works well if you're into steady melodic exploration, intimate evening listening and thoughtful improvisational moments.
How many songs are on At the Pershing, Vol. 2?
At the Pershing, Vol. 2 has 11 tracks, running approximately 36 minutes.
Tracklist
Best experienced from track one — press play and let it unfold.
- 1 Too Late Now 2:30
- 2 All the Things You Are Standout 3:13
- 3 Cherokee Standout 3:39
- 4 It Might as Well Be Spring 3:27
- 5 I'll Remember April 2:41
- 6 My Funny Valentine Standout 3:25
- 7 Gone With the Wind 3:24
- 8 Billy Boy 3:00
- 9 It's You or No One 2:30
- 10 They Can't Take That Away From Me 4:45
- 11 Poor Butterfly 3:39
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