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Joy Spring

Joe Pass

42 min · 5 tracks · jazz

A vibrant exploration of jazz standards, showcasing intricate guitar work and rich harmonic textures.

Is this for you?

Good fit if you like

  • long, immersive listening sessions
  • layered, dense sonic textures
  • late-night contemplative moods
  • dynamic emotional journeys

Where this album fits

Career context
Released in 1976, 'Joy Spring' marked Joe Pass's return to the limelight following a period of personal struggles and substance abuse. This album came after his acclaimed record 'Virtuoso' and reaffirmed his status as a prominent jazz guitarist, demonstrating both technical mastery and emotional depth.
Stylistic neighbors
Wes Montgomery· Jim Hall· Grant Green

Tracklist

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

  • 1 Joy Spring 8:47
  • 2 Sometime Ago 6:44
  • 3 The Night Has a Thousand Eyes 7:15
  • 4 Relaxin' at Camarillo 10:40
  • 5 There Is No Greater Love 9:14

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