Mandolin Abstractions
David Grisman · 1983
64 min · 13 tracks · traditional folk music · bluegrass music
A vibrant fusion of bluegrass and jazz, showcasing intricate mandolin melodies and rhythmic interplay.
Is this for you?
Good fit if you like
- dynamic explorations of intricate melodies
- wave-like pacing with resolution
- for reflective afternoon listening
- short tracks for varied engagement
Maybe skip if you want
- seekers of instant gratification
- prefer straightforward song structures
Where this album fits
- Career context
- Released in 1983, 'Mandolin Abstractions' was David Grisman's third album, following his breakout work 'Hot Dawg' in 1978. This album further solidified his innovative approach to merging bluegrass with jazz influences during a period where he was establishing himself as a leader in acoustic music.
- Stylistic neighbors
- Tony Rice· Jerry Douglas· Nickel Creek
Tracklist
Best experienced from track one — press play and let it unfold.
- 1 Overture 7:29
- 2 Appassionata 3:46
- 3 Japanese Sunrise 8:29
- 4 Two White Boys Watching James Brown at The Apollo 2:26
- 5 Blackie and Sunburst 4:31
- 6 Crosby, Stills and Nash 2:05
- 7 Journey to the Center of Twang 5:01
- 8 Ode to Jim McReynolds 2:29
- 9 March of the Mandolas, Part 1 7:31
- 10 March of the Mandolas, Part 2 9:28
- 11 Song of the Dawg 2:36
- 12 Ballade of Ouzo 5:32
- 13 'Til We Meet Again 3:28
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