Live at "Dug"
Barry Harris · 1997
63 min · 10 tracks · jazz
A vibrant jazz performance filled with intricate improvisations and a deep sense of swing, showcasing Barry Harris's mastery on piano.
Top tracks — play these first
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Luminescence — This track opens the album with a captivating interplay between melody and rhythm, setting the tone for the live experience with its complex harmonies.
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Somebody Loves Me — Harris's interpretation brings a fresh emotional depth to this classic tune, showcasing his ability to blend technical skill with heartfelt expression.
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Cherokee — A challenging bebop standard, Harris navigates its rapid changes effortlessly, demonstrating his virtuosity while engaging the audience with spirited improvisation.
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I Got Rhythm - Rhythm a Ning — This medley exemplifies Harris's playful approach to rhythm and structure, making it a standout moment that energizes the performance.
Elevation
Our rating, out of 100 — and why.
AI-generated from five scored dimensions. An opinion, not a measurement.
InstrumentalThe album captures vibrant improvisation and showcases Harris's bebop mastery, making it a solid entry in jazz.
What we noticed
- The album features extended improvisational sections, with each track allowing for multiple solos that showcase the musicians' interplay.
- The performance maintains a consistent swing feel throughout, with rhythmic variations that keep the energy high.
- Composition 25% of the score
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7/10
- Craft 20% of the score
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8/10
- Durability 25% of the score
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8/10
- Distinctiveness 18% of the score
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7/10
- Sequencing 12% of the score
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6/10
the writing — melody, harmony, structure, lyrics
production, performance, arrangement
whether it rewards returning to it
whether it sounds like itself
running order, pacing, length
Known within its scene. Reported but not counted — how far a record travelled describes its reception rather than the record, and a newer release has had less time to travel than an older one.
Is this for you?
Good fit if you like
- steady progression with resolution
- intricate improvisation appreciation
- late-night contemplative listening
- emotional resonance in each track
- thoughtful background for conversations
Maybe skip if you
- seeking fast-paced excitement
- prefer short, standalone tracks
Where this album fits
- Career context
- By the time 'Live at Dug' was released in 1997, Barry Harris was already a respected figure in jazz, celebrated for his bebop proficiency. This album captures a live performance during a period when Harris was exploring more intimate settings, allowing his artistry to shine through unfiltered interactions with the audience.
- Stylistic neighbors
- Thelonious Monk· McCoy Tyner· Cedar Walton
Tracklist
Best experienced from track one — press play and let it unfold.
- 1 Luminescence 7:43
- 2 Somebody Loves Me 9:19
- 3 No Name Blues 5:33
- 4 Oblivion 5:52
- 5 It Could Happen to You 5:54
- 6 Cherokee 5:25
- 7 On Green Dolphine Street 7:08
- 8 I Got Rhythm - Rhythm a Ning 5:35
- 9 East of the Sun 6:54
- 10 Nascimento 4:02
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