Floating
Ketil Bjørnstad · 2005
68 min · 16 tracks · jazz
Ethereal piano melodies intertwine with atmospheric soundscapes, evoking a sense of introspective calm.
Why this album works
'Floating' received positive critical reception, highlighting Bjørnstad's unique ability to fuse various genres into a cohesive sound. The album further solidified his reputation within the jazz community and expanded his audience internationally, contributing to the ongoing discourse surrounding Nordic jazz.
- Best for
- introspective calm for quiet moments wave-like pacing with emotional peaks thoughtful reflections during solitude
- Context
- By the release of 'Floating' in 2005, Ketil Bjørnstad had established himself as an influential figure in contemporary jazz. This album arrived following several critically acclaimed works and marked his deepening exploration into blending classical elements with jazz improvisation. It showcases his evolution as an artist focused on creating immersive auditory experiences.
- Stylistic neighbors
- Silje Nergaard· Jan Garbarek· Terje Rypdal· Steinar Ofsdal· Bugge Wesseltoft· Eivind Aarset· Karin Krog· Nils Petter Molvær
Tracklist
Best experienced from track one — press play and let it unfold.
- 1 Floating 6:46
- 2 The Sorrow in Her Eyes Standout 5:03
- 3 Memory 3:06
- 4 Ray of Light Standout 6:55
- 5 Looking Back 2:29
- 6 Caravan Moving 2:59
- 7 Thought 2:26
- 8 The Woman on the Pier Standout 5:09
- 9 Undercurrent 3:58
- 10 The Rainbow 4:10
- 11 The Course 6:44
- 12 Her Singing 3:46
- 13 The Face 5:17
- 14 As You Always Said (to Rolf) 4:03
- 15 The Waiting Room 3:08
- 16 Floating (Epilogue) 2:43
Reference: Wikipedia · MusicBrainz · Wikidata
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