Four Compositions (Quartet) 1983
Anthony Braxton · 1983
41 min · 4 tracks · jazz · opera
A complex interplay of avant-garde textures and rhythmic explorations unfolding with a cerebral yet captivating intensity.
Four Compositions (Quartet) 1983 is an album by Anthony Braxton, released in 1983. A complex interplay of avant-garde textures and rhythmic explorations unfolding with a cerebral yet captivating intensity. This album is significant for its departure from traditional jazz structures, contributing to the evolution of free jazz and avant-garde music. It has been praised for its intricate compositions and improvisational freedom, influencing a generation of musicians within the experimental jazz scene. Critics have recognized it as a key work that encapsulates Braxton's artistic vision and complexity. Here's what makes it worth your time and what to listen to next.
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What does Four Compositions (Quartet) 1983 sound like?
A complex interplay of avant-garde textures and rhythmic explorations unfolding with a cerebral yet captivating intensity. Rooted in jazz and opera.
What makes Four Compositions (Quartet) 1983 by Anthony Braxton notable?
This album is significant for its departure from traditional jazz structures, contributing to the evolution of free jazz and avant-garde music. It has been praised for its intricate compositions and improvisational freedom, influencing a generation of musicians within the experimental jazz scene. Critics have recognized it as a key work that encapsulates Braxton's artistic vision and complexity. In 1983, Anthony Braxton was establishing himself as a leading voice in avant-garde jazz, following his influential works in the 1970s. 'Four Compositions (Quartet) 1983' marks a significant moment in his career, showcasing his unique compositional style and deepening his exploration of extended techniques and improvisation. This album followed his notable recordings like 'Creative Orchestra Music 1976', further solidifying his innovative approach to jazz.
How many songs are on Four Compositions (Quartet) 1983?
Four Compositions (Quartet) 1983 has 4 tracks, running approximately 41 minutes.
Tracklist
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- 1 Composition - No. 105 A Standout 19:58
- 2 Composition - No. 69 M Standout 7:14
- 3 Composition - No. 69 O Standout 8:45
- 4 Composition - No. 69 Q 5:29
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