McCoy Tyner Plays Ellington
McCoy Tyner · 1964
48 min · 10 tracks · post-bop · ethno jazz · progressive jazz
A vibrant homage to Duke Ellington, blending intricate piano lines with rich rhythmic textures.
Is this for you?
Good fit if you like
- steady pacing for focused listening
- rich textures for deep immersion
- inviting melodies for sing-alongs
- reflective moments of calm
- celebratory energy for gatherings
Maybe skip if you want
- prefer quick, upbeat tracks
- seek constant high-energy intensity
Where this album fits
- Career context
- Released in 1964, 'McCoy Tyner Plays Ellington' marked Tyner’s emergence as a leading voice in jazz after his tenure with the John Coltrane Quartet. At this point, he had already developed a distinctive style characterized by his powerful left-hand comping and innovative harmonic approach, setting the stage for his later career.
- Stylistic neighbors
- Chick Corea· Herbie Hancock· Keith Jarrett
Tracklist
Best experienced from track one — press play and let it unfold.
- 1 Duke’s Place 3:18
- 2 Caravan 3:32
- 3 Solitude 5:09
- 4 Searchin’ 4:33
- 5 Mr. Gentle and Mr. Cool 6:28
- 6 Satin Doll 4:10
- 7 Gypsy Without a Song 4:58
- 8 It Don’t Mean a Thing (If It Ain’t Got That Swing) 4:02
- 9 I Got It Bad (and That Ain’t Good) 5:57
- 10 Gypsy Without a Song (alternate take) 6:13
Reference: Wikipedia · MusicBrainz · Wikidata
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