Released 50 years ago
Ira Sullivan
Ira Sullivan · 1976
42 min · 8 tracks · jazz
A vibrant fusion of intricate jazz melodies and improvisational prowess that showcases the depth of Ira Sullivan's artistry.
Top tracks — play these first
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Jitterbug Waltz — This track is a reinterpretation of the classic by Fats Waller, showcasing Sullivan's ability to breathe new life into familiar forms through playful improvisation.
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Dove — In 'Dove', Sullivan exhibits lyrical trumpet lines intertwined with rich harmonies, demonstrating both technical skill and emotional depth.
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Slightly Arched-Spring Can Really Hang You Up the Most — Clocking in at over thirteen minutes, this expansive piece allows for extensive improvisation, highlighting Sullivan's dynamic range and creative exploration.
Is this for you?
Good fit if you like
- vibrant improvisational exploration
- conversational interplay between instruments
- short bursts of melodic creativity
- engaging storytelling through sound
Maybe skip if you
- prefer straightforward, predictable structures
- seek instant gratification in tracks
Where this album fits
- Career context
- When Ira Sullivan was released in 1976, Sullivan was already an established figure in jazz, known for his work with legends like Charlie Parker and Stan Getz. This album came after his stint with the influential band, the Jazz Crusaders, marking a period where he sought to assert his individual voice as a bandleader.
- Stylistic neighbors
- Joe Henderson· Wayne Shorter· Lee Konitz
Tracklist
Best experienced from track one — press play and let it unfold.
- 1 Old Hundreth 0:35
- 2 Jitterbug Waltz 6:31
- 3 Purples, Violets and Blues 4:45
- 4 Portrait Of Sal Larosa 7:34
- 5 Finlandia 0:55
- 6 Dove 6:23
- 7 Slightly Arched-Spring Can Really Hang You Up the Most 13:25
- 8 My Reverie 2:23
Reference: Wikipedia · MusicBrainz · Wikidata
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