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Live at Mills College, 1995

Marilyn Crispell · 1995

59 min · 5 tracks · jazz

An immersive exploration of free jazz, intertwining intricate piano melodies with spontaneous rhythmic dynamics.

Is this for you?

Good fit if you like

  • immersive exploration of soundscapes
  • steady pacing with gradual climax
  • deep focus for attentive listening
  • long-form tracks inviting reflection

Maybe skip if you want

  • seekers of instant gratification
  • prefer concise, standalone pieces

Where this album fits

Career context
In 1995, Marilyn Crispell was establishing herself as a prominent figure in the avant-garde jazz scene, following her acclaimed works in the late '80s and early '90s. 'Live at Mills College, 1995' captures her evolving style during a period marked by collaborations with notable musicians like Anthony Braxton and her previous album, 'Vignettes', which had further defined her unique approach to improvisation.
Stylistic neighbors
Cecil Taylor· Paul Bley· Annette Peacock

Tracklist

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

  • 1 Fragments 16:30
  • 2 Nowhere / Reflections 11:32
  • 3 As Our Tongues Lap Up the Burning Air / Song for Abdullah / Apart 14:28
  • 4 Night Moves / The Night Has 1,000 Eyes / Omberg 13:09
  • 5 Drums 3:31

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