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Marian McPartland's Piano Jazz with Steely Dan

Marian McPartland · 2005

53 min · 16 tracks · swing · post-bop · bebop

A seamless blend of jazz improvisation and lyrical sophistication featuring intimate conversations between a legend and modern icons.

Is this for you?

Good fit if you like

  • intimate conversations between tracks
  • melodic improvisation with subtle twists
  • reflective moments of exploration
  • engaging flow with varied pacing

Maybe skip if you want

  • fast-paced, high-energy experiences
  • standalone tracks lacking connection

Where this album fits

Career context
By the time 'Marian McPartland's Piano Jazz with Steely Dan' was released in 2005, Marian McPartland had established herself as a prominent figure in jazz through her long-running NPR show and numerous recordings. This album marked a continuation of her innovative approach, showcasing her ability to bridge traditional jazz with contemporary influences, particularly through her collaboration with Steely Dan’s Donald Fagen and Walter Becker.
Stylistic neighbors
Bill Evans· Cecil Taylor· Chick Corea

Tracklist

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

  • 1 [conversation] 1:38
  • 2 Limbo Jazz 2:42
  • 3 [conversation] 5:07
  • 4 Josie 3:50
  • 5 [conversation] 3:06
  • 6 Mood Indigo 3:07
  • 7 [conversation] 2:41
  • 8 Star Eyes 3:19
  • 9 [conversation] 3:38
  • 10 Hesitation Blues 3:26
  • 11 [conversation] 5:17
  • 12 Things Ain’t What They Used to Be 3:46
  • 13 [conversation] 1:41
  • 14 Chain Lightning 4:44
  • 15 [conversation] 1:50
  • 16 Black Friday 3:30

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