Minor Blues
Kenny Barron · 2009
72 min · 10 tracks · post-bop · hard bop
A contemplative blend of lyrical melodies and improvisational depth that defines modern jazz mastery.
Is this for you?
Good fit if you like
- steady melodic exploration throughout
- thoughtful moments for reflection
- for evening relaxation
- improvisational depth in every track
Maybe skip if you want
- seeking high-energy tracks
- prefer short, standalone songs
Where this album fits
- Career context
- Released in 2009, 'Minor Blues' is Kenny Barron's first album after being recognized as a prominent figure in jazz for decades. Following his earlier work with legends like Dizzy Gillespie, this album showcases his refined artistry during a period when he was transitioning into a more introspective phase of his career.
- Stylistic neighbors
- Chick Corea· McCoy Tyner· Herbie Hancock
Tracklist
Best experienced from track one — press play and let it unfold.
- 1 Minor Blues 6:33
- 2 Beautiful Love 6:58
- 3 Emily 6:55
- 4 For Heaven's Sake 9:04
- 5 How Deep Is the Ocean 8:20
- 6 Too Late Now 8:38
- 7 Don't Explain 6:34
- 8 Hush-A-Bye 6:26
- 9 I've Never Been in Love Before 6:51
- 10 My Ideal 6:37
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