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.
- Stylistic neighbors
- Tord Gustavsen· Ketil Bjørnstad· Eberhard Weber
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
Reference: Wikipedia · MusicBrainz · Wikidata
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