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Jumpin' Punkins

Cecil Taylor · 1987

33 min · 4 tracks · jazz

A whirlwind of frenetic piano explorations intertwines with complex rhythms, creating a captivating avant-garde jazz experience.

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Top tracks — play these first

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    Jumpin’ Punkins (take 6) — The title track encapsulates Taylor's dynamic playing style and improvisational prowess, seamlessly blending intricate melodies with spontaneous bursts of rhythm.
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    O.P. (take 1) — This piece showcases Taylor’s ability to create rich soundscapes that challenge listener expectations, demonstrating his unique harmonic language and rhythmic inventiveness.
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    Things Ain’t What They Used to Be (take 3) — In this track, Taylor contrasts nostalgia with innovation, using unexpected shifts in tempo and dynamics to evoke a sense of reflection on change.

Tracklist

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

  • 1 Jumpin’ Punkins (take 6) 8:15
  • 2 O.P. (take 1) 7:35
  • 3 I Forgot (take 1) 8:35
  • 4 Things Ain’t What They Used to Be (take 3) 8:56

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