Improvised Meditations and Excursions
John Lewis · 1959
36 min · 7 tracks · hard bop
A contemplative blend of hard bop's rhythmic complexity with serene improvisational passages that evoke introspection.
Is this for you?
Good fit if you like
- steady rhythmic contemplative journey
- introspective moments of serenity
- thoughtful background for reflection
- subtle emotional depth throughout
Maybe skip if you want
- prefer upbeat, fast-paced tracks
- seek instant gratification in music
Where this album fits
- Career context
- Released in 1959, 'Improvised Meditations and Excursions' marked John Lewis's transition into a solo artist after his tenure with the Modern Jazz Quartet. This album followed the Modern Jazz Quartet's successful run, allowing Lewis to explore more personal expressions of jazz and improvisation.
- Stylistic neighbors
- Cannonball Adderley· Oliver Nelson· Ted Curson
Tracklist
Best experienced from track one — press play and let it unfold.
- 1 Now's the Time 3:46
- 2 Smoke Gets in Your Eyes 4:50
- 3 Delaunay's Delemma 4:24
- 4 Love Me 5:02
- 5 Yesterdays 6:19
- 6 How Long Has This Been Going On 5:48
- 7 September Song 6:08
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