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Individual Choice

Jean-Luc Ponty · 1983

37 min · 7 tracks · post-bop

A fusion of jazz, electronic, and world music, seamlessly blending improvisation with structured compositions.

Is this for you?

Good fit if you like

  • introspective listening experience
  • emotional depth in compositions
  • thoughtful background for creativity

Maybe skip if you want

  • seeking instant gratification
  • prefer standalone hit tracks

Where this album fits

Career context
By 1983, Jean-Luc Ponty was an established figure in jazz, known for his innovative approach to the violin. 'Individual Choice' followed his previous work, 'Enigmatic Ocean,' released in 1977, showcasing his continued exploration of electronic elements within jazz frameworks. This album marked a period of creative freedom as he embraced synthesizers and modern production techniques.

Tracklist

Best experienced from track one — press play and let it unfold.

  • 1 Computer Incantations for World Peace 5:43
  • 2 Far From the Beaten Paths 6:02
  • 3 In Spiritual Love 7:01
  • 4 Eulogy to Oscar Romero 2:32
  • 5 Nostalgia 5:02
  • 6 Individual Choice 4:57
  • 7 In Spite of All 5:55

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