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Eventyr

Jan Garbarek · 1980

56 min · 8 tracks · jazz

A mystical blend of Nordic folk melodies and jazz improvisation that transports listeners to enchanting realms.

Is this for you?

Good fit if you like

  • mystical soundscapes for daydreaming
  • wave-like pacing with dynamic peaks
  • enchanting melodies for solitude
  • immersive journey through storytelling

Maybe skip if you want

  • prefer fast-paced, energetic tracks
  • seek instant gratification in music

Where this album fits

Career context
Released in 1980, 'Eventyr' was Jan Garbarek's fifth album and marked a significant evolution in his sound, integrating more folk elements as he transitioned from pure jazz improvisation. This album followed his critically acclaimed works in the 1970s, establishing him as a prominent figure in the European jazz scene and paving the way for future explorations of world music.

Tracklist

Best experienced from track one — press play and let it unfold.

  • 1 Soria Maria 11:39
  • 2 Lillekort 5:02
  • 3 Eventyr 9:20
  • 4 Weaving a Garland 2:20
  • 5 Once Upon a Time 9:03
  • 6 The Companion 5:50
  • 7 Snipp, Snapp, Snute 4:32
  • 8 East of the Sun and West of the Moon 8:26

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