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Chet Baker / Wolfgang Lackerschmid

Chet Baker · 1980

44 min · 8 tracks · jazz

A delicate interplay of airy trumpet melodies and intricate guitar harmonies creates a serene jazz landscape.

Is this for you?

Good fit if you like

  • serene moments for quiet reflection
  • airy melodies for peaceful evenings
  • intimate settings with close friends
  • delicate interplay for attentive listening

Maybe skip if you want

  • seeking high-energy experiences
  • prefer straightforward, upbeat tracks

Where this album fits

Career context
By 1980, Chet Baker had shifted towards a more collaborative approach after years of personal struggles and artistic reinvention. This album, a partnership with guitarist Wolfgang Lackerschmid, marked Baker's return to the recording studio as he sought to regain his footing in the jazz scene. It reflects a transitional period, bridging his classic sound with contemporary influences.
Stylistic neighbors
Miles Davis· Bill Evans· Stan Getz

Tracklist

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

  • 1 Mr. Biko 9:05
  • 2 Balzwaltz 6:46
  • 3 The Latin One 2:25
  • 4 Rue Gregoire du Tour 6:31
  • 5 Here’s That Rainy Day 4:15
  • 6 Toku Do 6:28
  • 7 Rue Gregoire du Tour (rehearsal) 5:19
  • 8 Balzwaltz (alternate) 3:58

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