Consummation
The Thad Jones/Mel Lewis Orchestra · 1970
46 min · 8 tracks · jazz
Rich orchestral arrangements intertwine with intricate solos, creating a vibrant tapestry of jazz innovation and emotional depth.
Top tracks — play these first
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A Child is Born — This track features a poignant arrangement that highlights the lush harmonies and emotional depth characteristic of Jones' compositions. The interplay between sections creates a sense of warmth and introspection that resonates throughout the album.
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Consummation — As the title track, it encapsulates the album's thematic essence with its complex structure and rich orchestration, showcasing both individual virtuosity and cohesive ensemble playing.
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Fingers — This extended piece allows for expressive improvisation from key soloists, illustrating the orchestra's balance of structured composition and spontaneous creativity, making it a standout moment on the album.
Elevation
Our rating, out of 100 — and why.
AI-generated from five scored dimensions. An opinion, not a measurement.
InstrumentalThe album showcases sophisticated compositions and arrangements, contributing to its distinct sound within the jazz genre.
What we noticed
- Several tracks, such as 'A Child is Born' and 'Consummation', utilize extended harmonies and complex chord progressions that highlight the ensemble's jazz sophistication.
- The pacing varies throughout, with some tracks maintaining a steady tempo while others introduce shifts in dynamics and rhythm to create tension and release.
- Composition 25% of the score
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8/10
- Craft 20% of the score
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7/10
- Durability 25% of the score
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6/10
- Distinctiveness 18% of the score
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7/10
- Sequencing 12% of the score
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6/10
the writing — melody, harmony, structure, lyrics
production, performance, arrangement
whether it rewards returning to it
whether it sounds like itself
running order, pacing, length
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Tracklist
Best experienced from track one — press play and let it unfold.
- 1 Dedication 5:13
- 2 It Only Happens Every Time 3:07
- 3 Tiptoe 6:42
- 4 A Child is Born 4:09
- 5 Us 3:37
- 6 Ahunk Ahunk 7:57
- 7 Fingers 10:38
- 8 Consummation 5:09
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