Hawkins! Alive! At the Village Gate
52 min · 6 tracks · jazz
Elevation
Our rating, out of 100 — and why.
AI-generated from five scored dimensions. An opinion, not a measurement.
InstrumentalThe album highlights strong improvisation and varied arrangements, showcasing Hawkins' distinctive style within jazz.
What we noticed
- The album features extended improvisations, with Coleman Hawkins often taking the lead on tenor saxophone while the rhythm section provides a dynamic backdrop.
- Each track showcases a different arrangement, with 'Mack the Knife' incorporating a swing feel and 'Josh Fit the Battle of Jericho' blending traditional jazz elements with gospel influences.
- The overall performance is characterized by a conversational interplay between the musicians, allowing for spontaneous variations in melody and rhythm.
- 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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7/10
- 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.
Tracklist
Best experienced from track one — press play and let it unfold.
- 1 All The Things You Are 8:17
- 2 Joshua Fit The Battle Of Jericho 10:43
- 3 Mack The Knife 8:50
- 4 Talk Of The Town 9:28
- 5 Bean And The Boys 7:03
- 6 If I Had You 8:37
Reference: MusicBrainz
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