Elevation
Our rating, out of 100 — and why.
AI-generated from five scored dimensions. An opinion, not a measurement.
InstrumentalStitt's saxophone leads through varied tempos and textures, creating an engaging yet cohesive jazz experience.
What we noticed
- The album opens with a title track that features a slow build-up, gradually layering instruments to create a rich texture.
- Each track showcases Stitt's saxophone work prominently, often featuring extended solos that explore melodic variations.
- Several tracks incorporate abrupt tempo changes, such as 'Ray’s Idea,' which shifts from a laid-back groove to a more frenetic pace.
- The final track, 'Topsy,' concludes with a lively rhythm that contrasts with the more subdued tones of earlier pieces.
- Composition 25% of the score
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7/10
- Craft 20% of the score
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8/10
- Durability 25% of the score
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6/10
- Distinctiveness 18% of the score
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6/10
- Sequencing 12% of the score
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7/10
the writing — melody, harmony, structure, lyrics
production, performance, arrangement
whether it rewards returning to it
whether it sounds like itself
running order, pacing, length
Little footprint beyond its audience. Reported but not counted — how far a record travelled describes its reception rather than the record, and a newer release has had less time to travel than an older one.
Is this for you?
Good fit if you like
- smooth late-night listening sessions
- gentle melodic explorations
- thoughtful background ambiance
- subtle emotional nuances
Maybe skip if you
- prefer fast-paced tracks
- seek high-energy performances
Where this album fits
- Stylistic neighbors
- Charlie Parker· John Coltrane· Ornette Coleman
Tracklist
Best experienced from track one — press play and let it unfold.
- 1 Constellation 5:02
- 2 I Don’t Stand a Ghost of a Chance With You 4:49
- 3 Webb City 3:33
- 4 By Accident 6:41
- 5 Ray’s Idea 3:57
- 6 Casbah 5:04
- 7 It’s Magic 5:15
- 8 Topsy 5:33
Reference: Wikipedia · MusicBrainz · Wikidata
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