Lee Konitz with Warne Marsh cover

Lee Konitz with Warne Marsh

Lee Konitz · 1955

41 min · 8 tracks · bebop

A delicate interplay of melodic improvisation and harmonic exploration, showcasing the essence of cool jazz.

Is this for you?

Good fit if you like

  • steady melodic exploration throughout
  • delicate interplay of improvisation
  • for quiet evenings
  • background music for relaxation

Maybe skip if you want

  • seekers of high-energy tracks
  • prefer straightforward song structures

Where this album fits

Career context
Released in 1955, 'Lee Konitz with Warne Marsh' is a pivotal collaboration during Konitz's formative years as a leading voice in cool jazz. At this time, he was already known for his work on the iconic album 'Birth of the Cool' alongside Miles Davis. This album further solidified his reputation as an innovative improviser and showcased his chemistry with fellow saxophonist Warne Marsh.
Stylistic neighbors
Paul Desmond· Stan Getz· Ornette Coleman

Tracklist

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

  • 1 Topsy 5:20
  • 2 There Will Never Be Another You 4:43
  • 3 I Can't Get Started 3:53
  • 4 Donna Lee 6:12
  • 5 Two Not One 5:30
  • 6 Don't Squawk 7:12
  • 7 Ronnie's Line 3:05
  • 8 Background Music 5:43

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