Mágico: Carta de Amor
Jan Garbarek · 2012
107 min · 11 tracks · jazz
A serene blend of ethereal soundscapes and intricate melodies that evoke deep emotional landscapes.
Why this album works
This album is significant for its exploration of the interplay between jazz and world music influences, receiving critical acclaim for its artistic depth. It marked Garbarek's continued relevance in the jazz scene, contributing to conversations around the genre's fusion with global sounds during the early 2010s.
- Best for
- wave-like pacing with evolving themes deep emotional landscapes to explore serene soundscapes for reflection
- Context
- By the release of 'Mágico: Carta de Amor' in 2012, Jan Garbarek was an established figure in jazz, known for his unique integration of Nordic folk elements into contemporary jazz. This album followed his acclaimed work 'In Praise of Dreams' (2004), showcasing his ongoing evolution as a musician and composer.
- Stylistic neighbors
- Ketil Bjørnstad· Terje Rypdal· Silje Nergaard· Steinar Ofsdal· Karin Krog· Karl Seglem· Nora Brockstedt· Radka Toneff
Tracklist
Best experienced from track one — press play and let it unfold.
Disc 1
- 1 Carta de Amor Standout 7:25
- 2 La Pasionaria Standout 16:26
- 3 Cego Aderaldo 9:51
- 4 Folk Song 8:10
- 5 Don Quixote 8:25
- 6 Spor 14:01
Disc 2
- 1 Branquinho 7:37
- 2 All That Is Beautiful Standout 15:35
- 3 Palhaço 9:12
- 4 Two Folk Songs 3:39
- 5 Carta de Amor, var. 7:35
Reference: Wikipedia · MusicBrainz · Wikidata
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