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Andrew Hill · 2007

55 min · 8 tracks · bebop · hard bop · avant-garde jazz

A rich tapestry of avant-garde jazz, weaving intricate melodies through emotional landscapes of violence and desire.

Is this for you?

Good fit if you like

  • wave-like emotional explorations
  • introspective late-night journeys
  • rich textures for deep listening
  • gradual builds of tension

Maybe skip if you want

  • prefer instant gratification
  • seek upbeat party tracks

Where this album fits

Career context
Released in 2007, 'Change' marks Andrew Hill's return to the recording scene after a lengthy hiatus since his last album in 1999. This period saw Hill exploring profound themes through a blend of traditional jazz elements and avant-garde experimentation, solidifying his influence in the jazz community as a respected composer and pianist at the age of 75.
Stylistic neighbors
Eric Dolphy· Cecil Taylor· Ornette Coleman

Tracklist

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

  • 1 Violence 11:07
  • 2 Pain 3:53
  • 3 Illusion 5:54
  • 4 Hope 7:17
  • 5 Lust 5:16
  • 6 Desire 6:33
  • 7 Violence (alt. tk) 7:02
  • 8 Desire (alt. tk) 8:30

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