Dearly Beloved
Stanley Turrentine · 1962
44 min · 7 tracks · jazz
Smooth, soulful melodies intertwine with rich harmonies and Turrentine's expressive saxophone, creating an immersive jazz experience.
Top tracks — play these first
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Baia Start here — This opening track sets the tone with its vibrant rhythm and intricate melodies, highlighting Turrentine's ability to fuse Brazilian influences with jazz improvisation.
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My Shining Hour — Here, Turrentine delivers a heartfelt performance, effortlessly navigating the song's emotional landscape while displaying his signature smooth tone.
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Troubles of the World — This track stands out for its poignant arrangement and powerful expression, allowing Turrentine’s saxophone to convey deep feelings of sorrow and reflection.
Elevation
Our rating, out of 100 — and why.
AI-generated from five scored dimensions. An opinion, not a measurement.
InstrumentalThe album features strong melodies and arrangements, with Turrentine's saxophone at the forefront, creating a cohesive jazz experience.
What we noticed
- The album opens with a brisk tempo on 'Baia', but the following tracks gradually shift to slower, more contemplative pieces.
- Turrentine's saxophone leads most tracks, often accompanied by lush string arrangements that create a rich harmonic backdrop.
- Several tracks feature extended improvisation sections, allowing for expressive solos that showcase Turrentine's emotive playing style.
- 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
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Is this for you?
Good fit if you like
- steady melodic progression throughout
- soulful improvisation for relaxation
- for evening unwinding
- rich emotional resonance in tunes
Maybe skip if you
- seeking fast-paced energy
- prefer short, standalone tracks
Where this album fits
- In the catalog
- Breakthrough — Helped solidify Turrentine's reputation with lush arrangements and emotive playing.
- Themes
- Brazilian jazz fusion· soulful saxophone expression· emotional reflection
- Career context
- Released in 1962, Dearly Beloved is Stanley Turrentine's third album as a bandleader, following his influential work on Blue Note records. At this point in his career, Turrentine was establishing himself as a prominent figure in the jazz scene, showcasing his unique blend of soul jazz and hard bop.
- Stylistic neighbors
- Horace Silver· Joe Henderson· Cannonball Adderley
Tracklist
- 1 Baia Start here 5:32
- 2 Wee Hour Theme 4:42
- 3 My Shining Hour 6:52
- 4 Troubles of the World 5:15
- 5 Yesterdays 8:50
- 6 Dearly Beloved 7:13
- 7 Nothing Ever Changes My Love With You 6:17
What to play next
Jubilee Shout!!!
1962
Continues the soulful jazz vibe with rich melodies and engaging arrangements.
That's Where It's At
1962
Precedes with a similar smooth sound that sets up the feel of Dearly Beloved.
If this landed
Records by other artists that run on the same instinct.
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