Live at Jazzfestival Saalfelden 2011
David S. Ware · 2012
66 min · 3 tracks · jazz
An expansive exploration of free jazz, weaving intricate saxophone lines with a shifting tapestry of rhythm and texture.
Top tracks — play these first
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Precessional 1 — Clocking in at over thirty minutes, this track exemplifies the group's ability to build tension through extended improvisation while allowing each musician to shine individually.
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Precessional 2 — This piece showcases a more contemplative side of Ware’s improvisational style, juxtaposing quieter moments with bursts of fervent expression that encapsulate the live atmosphere.
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Precessional 3 — The closing track ties together the thematic elements presented throughout the performance, offering an intense finale that leaves listeners reflecting on the journey they've experienced.
Elevation
Our rating, out of 100 — and why.
AI-generated from five scored dimensions. An opinion, not a measurement.
InstrumentalThe album showcases intricate improvisation and strong musicianship, characteristic of avant-garde jazz.
What we noticed
- The album consists of three lengthy tracks, each exploring different themes and improvisational techniques.
- Each track features a dynamic interplay between the saxophone and the rhythm section, creating a fluid conversation throughout.
- The absence of traditional song structures allows for extended solos and collective improvisation, emphasizing spontaneity.
- 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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8/10
- 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
Little footprint beyond its audience. 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.
Tracklist
Best experienced from track one — press play and let it unfold.
- 1 Precessional 1 33:15
- 2 Precessional 2 19:04
- 3 Precessional 3 14:37
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