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Listen to the Dawn

Frank Morgan · 1994

52 min · 8 tracks · jazz

A lush tapestry of improvisational jazz weaving together rich melodies and intricate rhythms, showcasing Morgan's masterful saxophone artistry.

Top tracks — play these first

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    Listen to the Dawn — The title track exemplifies Morgan's ability to blend lyrical beauty with complex improvisation, setting the tone for the entire album.
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    When Joanna Loved Me — This track highlights Morgan's emotional depth and technical skill, transforming a classic standard into a deeply personal interpretation that resonates with listeners.
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    It Might as Well Be Spring — Morgan infuses this well-known tune with fresh energy through inventive phrasing and dynamic interplay with his bandmates, making it a standout piece.

Moments worth listening for

Where the writing does something specific.

  • Goodbye

    The closing track features a poignant shift in melody that captures a sense of bittersweet farewell without relying on words.

    This melodic transition conveys an emotional weight that transcends lyrics, symbolizing closure and reflecting on past experiences.

Tracklist

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

  • 1 Listen to the Dawn 7:54
  • 2 Grooveyard 4:44
  • 3 Remembering 9:00
  • 4 Little Waltz 5:02
  • 5 It Might as Well Be Spring 4:58
  • 6 When Joanna Loved Me 9:03
  • 7 I Didn’t Know About You 6:46
  • 8 Goodbye 4:46

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