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.
Why this album works
This album is significant as it represents a unique cross-pollination of jazz and rock, reflecting the evolution of both genres. The collaborative nature brought new audiences to McPartland while also celebrating the sophisticated songwriting of Steely Dan, contributing to a resurgence of interest in jazz interpretations of popular music.
- Best for
- intimate conversations between tracks melodic improvisation with subtle twists reflective moments of exploration
- 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
- John Coltrane· Charles Aznavour· Ella Fitzgerald· Frank Sinatra· Bing Crosby· Aretha Franklin· Dean Martin· Stevie Wonder
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 Standout 3:50
- 5 [conversation] 3:06
- 6 Mood Indigo Standout 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 Standout 3:30
Reference: Wikipedia · MusicBrainz · Wikidata
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