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Flow

Terence Blanchard · 2005

73 min · 11 tracks · opera · hard bop

A vibrant blend of jazz and orchestral elements, merging intricate melodies with deep emotional resonance.

Is this for you?

Good fit if you like

  • dynamic exploration with resolution
  • wave-like pacing for immersion
  • deep emotional resonance throughout
  • reflective moments of introspection
  • vibrant orchestral melodies unfold

Maybe skip if you want

  • seekers of instant gratification
  • prefer standalone, catchy tracks

Where this album fits

Career context
When 'Flow' was released in 2005, Terence Blanchard was already an established figure in jazz, known for his work with the bandleader Art Blakey and as a film composer. This album followed his acclaimed project 'Bounce' and marked a continuation of his exploration into thematic compositions influenced by both jazz and cinematic storytelling.
Stylistic neighbors
Wynton Marsalis· Roy Hargrove· Kendrick Scott

Tracklist

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

  • 1 Flow, Part 1 5:29
  • 2 Wadagbe (Intro) 4:14
  • 3 Wadagbe 10:26
  • 4 Benny's Tune 7:43
  • 5 Wandering Wonder 5:46
  • 6 Flow, Part II 3:37
  • 7 The Source 8:01
  • 8 Over There 7:32
  • 9 Child's Play 6:11
  • 10 Flow, Part III 2:45
  • 11 Harvesting Dance 11:42

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