Elevation
Pharoah Sanders · 1974
47 min · 5 tracks · free jazz
Transcendent spiritual jazz intertwines with vibrant Afrocentric rhythms, creating an otherworldly sonic journey.
Is this for you?
Good fit if you like
- transcendent sonic journey unfolds
- gradual build to cathartic release
- vibrant rhythms for meditation
- immersive listening in quiet spaces
Maybe skip if you want
- prefer short, immediate tracks
- seek fast-paced energy
Where this album fits
- Career context
- Released in 1974, 'Elevation' came during Pharoah Sanders' exploration of spirituality through music following his influential work with John Coltrane. This album followed his acclaimed 'Karma' and solidified his place within the free jazz movement, showcasing a deepening integration of African musical elements into his sound.
- Stylistic neighbors
- Alice Coltrane· Sun Ra· John Coltrane
Tracklist
Best experienced from track one — press play and let it unfold.
- 1 Elevation 18:01
- 2 Greeting to Saud (Brother McCoy Tyner) 4:10
- 3 Ore-Se-Rere (Nigerian Juju HiLife) 5:38
- 4 The Gathering 13:51
- 5 Spiritual Blessing 5:41
Reference: Wikipedia · MusicBrainz · Wikidata
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