Meditations
John Coltrane · 1966
40 min · 5 tracks · post-bop · free jazz · hard bop
Transcendent improvisation unfolds through spiritual themes, uniting complex harmonies with a profound emotional depth.
Why this album works
- Best for
- spiritual exploration through sound wave-like pacing with depth transcendent improvisation for reflection
- Context
- Released in 1966, 'Meditations' is John Coltrane's follow-up to the critically acclaimed 'A Love Supreme'. At this time, Coltrane was deeply exploring spirituality and avant-garde jazz, marking a significant shift in his artistic expression as he moved towards more experimental and free forms.
- If you like
- post-bop, free jazz, hard bop
Meditations is an album by John Coltrane, released in 1966. Transcendent improvisation unfolds through spiritual themes, uniting complex harmonies with a profound emotional depth. This album is notable for its ambitious exploration of spiritual themes within jazz, reflecting Coltrane's deepening commitment to transcendental music. It has been influential in the evolution of free jazz and modal jazz, inspiring countless artists and pushing the boundaries of jazz improvisation. Here's what makes it worth your time and what to listen to next.
Frequently Asked Questions
What does Meditations sound like?
Transcendent improvisation unfolds through spiritual themes, uniting complex harmonies with a profound emotional depth. Rooted in post-bop and free jazz.
What makes Meditations by John Coltrane notable?
This album is notable for its ambitious exploration of spiritual themes within jazz, reflecting Coltrane's deepening commitment to transcendental music. It has been influential in the evolution of free jazz and modal jazz, inspiring countless artists and pushing the boundaries of jazz improvisation. Released in 1966, 'Meditations' is John Coltrane's follow-up to the critically acclaimed 'A Love Supreme'. At this time, Coltrane was deeply exploring spirituality and avant-garde jazz, marking a significant shift in his artistic expression as he moved towards more experimental and free forms.
Who is Meditations for?
Meditations works well if you're into spiritual exploration through sound, wave-like pacing with depth and transcendent improvisation for reflection.
How many songs are on Meditations?
Meditations has 5 tracks, running approximately 40 minutes.
Tracklist
Best experienced from track one — press play and let it unfold.
- 1 The Father and the Son and the Holy Ghost Standout 12:51
- 2 Compassion Standout 6:51
- 3 Love 8:09
- 4 Consequences 9:12
- 5 Serenity Standout 3:30
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