Geometry
Ivo Perelman · 1997
57 min · 9 tracks · jazz
An exploration of avant-garde jazz that intertwines complex rhythms with free-form improvisation and a unique Brazilian flair.
Top tracks — play these first
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Geometry — The title track serves as a sonic manifesto, showcasing intricate patterns and complex improvisations that define the album's essence.
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Cavaquinho, take 1 — This piece introduces Brazilian rhythmic influences through its playful melodies, contrasting with the more abstract sections of the album.
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Cubic Rotation — With its extended duration and exploratory nature, this track exemplifies Perelman's ability to create immersive soundscapes that evolve organically over time.
Elevation
Our rating, out of 100 — and why.
AI-generated from five scored dimensions. An opinion, not a measurement.
InstrumentalGeometry showcases complex improvisation and unique rhythmic structures that define its avant-garde jazz identity.
What we noticed
- The album features extended improvisational sections where the saxophone interacts with various percussive elements, creating a dynamic soundscape.
- Tracks often shift abruptly in tempo and mood, with some pieces featuring sudden stops or changes in instrumentation.
- The use of Brazilian rhythms is prominent, particularly in tracks like 'Cavaquinho, take 1', which incorporates traditional patterns into the avant-garde framework.
- Composition 25% of the score
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7/10
- Craft 20% of the score
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8/10
- Durability 25% of the score
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6/10
- Distinctiveness 18% of the score
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8/10
- Sequencing 12% of the score
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5/10
the writing — melody, harmony, structure, lyrics
production, performance, arrangement
whether it rewards returning to it
whether it sounds like itself
running order, pacing, length
Little footprint beyond its audience. Reported but not counted — how far a record travelled describes its reception rather than the record, and a newer release has had less time to travel than an older one.
Is this for you?
Good fit if you like
- exploratory improvisation with depth
- cerebral engagement through complex rhythms
- dynamic shifts in pacing
- intimate late-night listening sessions
Maybe skip if you
- seeking straightforward melodies
- prefer structured, predictable formats
Where this album fits
- Career context
- Released in 1997, Geometry marked Ivo Perelman's third album, following his earlier works that established him within the avant-garde jazz scene. At this point, Perelman was deepening his exploration of improvisational techniques and sonic experimentation, building on the foundations laid by his debut and sophomore releases.
- Stylistic neighbors
- William Hooker· Peter Brötzmann· Ken Vandermark
Tracklist
Best experienced from track one — press play and let it unfold.
- 1 Geometry 11:02
- 2 Linear Passion 4:46
- 3 Parallelism 9:30
- 4 Cavaquinho, take 1 2:56
- 5 Cubic Rotation 11:23
- 6 Equal Angles 4:22
- 7 Sonic Conic 2:57
- 8 Subspaces 6:41
- 9 Cavaquinho, take 2 3:26
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