Eight (+3) Tristano Compositions, 1989: For Warne Marsh
Anthony Braxton · 1990
74 min · 12 tracks · jazz · opera
A rich tapestry of avant-garde jazz interwoven with improvisational brilliance and deep emotional resonance.
Is this for you?
Good fit if you like
- wave-like pacing with exploration
- deep emotional resonance throughout
- improvisational brilliance in moments
- reflective listening for quiet spaces
- dynamic themes across the album
Maybe skip if you want
- seeking instant gratification tracks
- prefer straightforward song structures
Where this album fits
- Career context
- In 1990, Anthony Braxton was already an influential figure in the avant-garde jazz scene, having established himself through multiple critically acclaimed works. "Eight (+3) Tristano Compositions" came shortly after his previous album, showcasing a continued exploration of complex structures and improvisation while honoring the legacy of Lennie Tristano. This release further solidified Braxton's position as a leading innovator in contemporary jazz.
- Stylistic neighbors
- Ornette Coleman· Sun Ra· Henry Threadgill
Tracklist
Best experienced from track one — press play and let it unfold.
- 1 Two Not One 7:20
- 2 317E 32nd Street 8:20
- 3 Dreams 5:46
- 4 Lennies Pennies 9:25
- 5 How Deep is the Ocean 4:47
- 6 Victory Ball 4:50
- 7 Sax of a Kind 4:10
- 8 Lennie Bird 6:30
- 9 Time On My Hands 4:55
- 10 Victory Ball (take 2) 5:12
- 11 Baby 5:15
- 12 April 8:26
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