Elevation

Our rating, out of 100 — and why.

AI-generated from five scored dimensions. An opinion, not a measurement.

Instrumental
46 /100
Foothills
Higher than 10% of albums we've rated

The album showcases solid craftsmanship in jazz arrangements but lacks standout compositions that elevate it.

What we noticed

  • The album features a consistent use of brass instrumentation, primarily trumpet, which leads most tracks with melodic lines.
  • Each track is arranged to highlight smooth transitions between sections, often using soft dynamics and gentle phrasing.
Composition 25% of the score
6/10

the writing — melody, harmony, structure, lyrics

Craft 20% of the score
7/10

production, performance, arrangement

Durability 25% of the score
5/10

whether it rewards returning to it

Distinctiveness 18% of the score
5/10

whether it sounds like itself

Sequencing 12% of the score
6/10

running order, pacing, length

Influence 2/10

Little footprint beyond its audience. Reported but not counted — how far a record travelled describes its reception rather than the record, and a newer release has had less time to travel than an older one.

Is this for you?

Good fit if you like

  • evening relaxation with warm tones
  • intimate moments of reflection
  • gentle melodies for quiet nights
  • thoughtful background for gatherings

Maybe skip if you

  • want high-energy tracks
  • prefer fast-paced listening

Where this album fits

Stylistic neighbors
Chuck Mangione· Burt Bacharach· David Sanborn

Tracklist

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

  • 1 Midnight Sun 6:06
  • 2 All the Things You Are 3:54
  • 3 Someone to Watch Over Me 5:18
  • 4 In the Wee Small Hours 5:53
  • 5 Friends 4:22
  • 6 A Taste of Honey 6:52
  • 7 Mona Lisa 5:47
  • 8 I’ve Grown Accustomed to Her Face 5:09
  • 9 Silent Tears and Roses 3:51
  • 10 Smile 4:13

Reference: Wikipedia · MusicBrainz · Wikidata