July in Paris cover

July in Paris

Jaki Byard · 1998

64 min · 8 tracks · jazz

A vibrant tapestry of free jazz and hard bop that weaves together intricate melodies and spontaneous improvisation.

Top tracks — play these first

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    After the Sun Disappears/Xalithen Rose — This track opens the album with a compelling mix of reflective melodies and energetic improvisation, setting the tone for the explorative spirit of the record.
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    Lonely Woman, So What — A reinterpretation of classic jazz themes, this track showcases Byard's ability to blend poignant emotion with complex harmonic structures, highlighting his virtuosity.
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    July in Paris — The title track encapsulates the essence of the album, combining rich textures and evocative melodies that evoke a sense of place and atmosphere.

Tracklist

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

  • 1 After the Sun Disappears/Xalithen Rose 7:37
  • 2 C'Est Si Bon 2:48
  • 3 Lonely Woman, So What 7:02
  • 4 Nostradamus 2:47
  • 5 The High and the Mighty 10:25
  • 6 July in Paris 6:37
  • 7 Mimi 6:52
  • 8 Round Midnigh/Well You Needn't/Stages/My Mother's Eyes 19:53

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