Gil Evans & Ten
Gil Evans · 1958
33 min · 7 tracks · jazz fusion · free jazz · cool jazz
A rich tapestry of orchestral textures and intricate arrangements intertwining with improvisational brilliance.
Why this album works
This album is notable for its ambitious blend of classical and jazz elements, which was a hallmark of Evans's style. It received critical acclaim and helped solidify Evans's reputation as a pioneering figure in both cool jazz and orchestral jazz arrangements during the late 1950s.
- Best for
- steady mid-tempo orchestral flow intricate arrangements for detail lovers rich textures for focused listening
- Context
- In 1958, Gil Evans was emerging from his collaboration with Miles Davis, having recently contributed to the landmark album 'Miles Ahead'. 'Gil Evans & Ten' represents a significant step in Evans's career as he began to assert his own identity as a bandleader, showcasing his innovative approach to orchestration and jazz fusion.
- Stylistic neighbors
- Bing Crosby· Paul Bley· Maynard Ferguson· Leon Redbone· Chet Atkins· Frank Sinatra· Ella Fitzgerald· Dean Martin
Tracklist
Best experienced from track one — press play and let it unfold.
- 1 Remember 4:34
- 2 Ella Speed Standout 5:50
- 3 Big Stuff 4:49
- 4 Nobody's Heart 4:26
- 5 Just One of Those Things Standout 4:26
- 6 If You Could See Me Now 4:18
- 7 Jambangle Standout 4:57
Reference: Wikipedia · MusicBrainz · Wikidata
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