Is Citi Movement a good place to start with Wynton Marsalis?

Yes, Citi Movement is recommended as a starting point for new Wynton Marsalis listeners. A vibrant tapestry of jazz interwoven with urban rhythms, exploring the pulse of city life through intricate melodies and improvisation. Citi Movement marks Wynton Marsalis's continued exploration of jazz beyond his classical roots, following his critically acclaimed album Black Codes (From the Underground) released in 1985. At this stage in his career, he was solidifying his role as a prominent figure in jazz, blending traditional styles with contemporary influences and pushing against genre boundaries.

Who is Citi Movement for?

Citi Movement works well if you're into dynamic exploration of urban life, wave-like pacing with peaks and vibrant rhythms for active listening.

How many songs are on Citi Movement?

Citi Movement has 21 tracks, running approximately 122 minutes.

Citi Movement

Wynton Marsalis

122 min · 21 tracks · blues

A vibrant tapestry of jazz interwoven with urban rhythms, exploring the pulse of city life through intricate melodies and improvisation.

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Top tracks — play these first

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Hustle Bustle Start here — establishes the sonic palette early
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City Beat — This extended track showcases Marsalis’s mastery of improvisation while capturing the essence of a bustling metropolis, embodying both chaos and harmony.
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Bayou Baroque — Infused with rich Southern influences, this track blends classical elements with jazz, highlighting Marsalis's ability to bridge diverse musical traditions.
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Modern Vistas (As Far as the Eye Can See) — An expansive composition that unfolds over seventeen minutes, it exemplifies Marsalis’s vision for modern jazz while offering deep emotional resonance through its thematic development.

Is this for you?

Good fit if you like

dynamic exploration of urban life
wave-like pacing with peaks
vibrant rhythms for active listening
immersive journey through city sounds

Maybe skip if you

prefer quick, standalone tracks
dislike extended listening experiences

Where this album fits

In the catalog: Experimental — Explores urban themes and jazz fusion, marking a departure from classical roots.
Themes: urban jazz landscapes· city life rhythms· modern cultural tapestry
Career context: Citi Movement marks Wynton Marsalis's continued exploration of jazz beyond his classical roots, following his critically acclaimed album Black Codes (From the Underground) released in 1985. At this stage in his career, he was solidifying his role as a prominent figure in jazz, blending traditional styles with contemporary influences and pushing against genre boundaries.
Stylistic neighbors: Branford Marsalis· Chris Botti· Roy Hargrove