Contrasts: Live at Yoshi's (1995)
Marilyn Crispell · 1996
69 min · 8 tracks · jazz
An evocative blend of free jazz improvisation and lyrical piano melodies that transports listeners through emotional landscapes.
Why this album works
This album highlights Crispell's unique approach to jazz, merging spontaneous improvisation with structured elements, which has influenced a generation of avant-garde musicians. It received critical acclaim for its innovative sound, contributing to her recognition as a prominent voice in contemporary jazz.
- Career context
- Released in 1996, 'Contrasts: Live at Yoshi's' is Marilyn Crispell's first live album and showcases her evolution as a leading figure in avant-garde jazz. At this point, she had already established herself within the genre, following notable works like 'Pointing' (1994) and collaborations with prominent artists such as Anthony Braxton.
- Stylistic neighbors
- Diana Ross· Madonna· Prince· Christina Aguilera· Chicago· Frank Zappa· Bob Dylan· Barbra Streisand
Tracklist
Best experienced from track one — press play and let it unfold.
- 1 Contrasts - Gesture Without Plot Standout 9:58
- 2 Dancing 8:11
- 3 Ruthie's Song - Turn Out the Stars Standout 8:41
- 4 Flutter 7:49
- 5 Professor of Air Science Standout 10:16
- 6 Cousin Judi 9:45
- 7 Little Chiquita - Time Remembered 7:19
- 8 Starshine - The Night has a Thousand Eyes 7:21
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