Monody
Michael Mantler · 2010
43 min · 11 tracks · jazz
A contemplative blend of jazz and minimalist motifs, weaving intricate melodies with emotional depth throughout its brief runtime.
Top tracks — play these first
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Fortune Smiled Again — This opening track sets the tone for the album with its delicate interplay between piano and muted brass, encapsulating Mantler's lyrical approach to jazz composition.
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Crying at the Movies — With its poignant narrative and lush instrumentation, this track stands out as a reflection on memory and nostalgia, highlighting Mantler's storytelling prowess.
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Maiden Name — This piece features a hauntingly beautiful melody that captures themes of identity and loss, showcasing Mantler's ability to evoke deep emotions through minimalistic arrangements.
Is this for you?
Good fit if you like
- contemplative moments for reflection
- emotional depth through improvisation
- patient unfolding of themes
- intimate listening in solitude
Maybe skip if you
- seeking upbeat, fast-paced tracks
- prefer straightforward melodic structures
Where this album fits
- Career context
- When 'Monody' was released in 2010, Michael Mantler was already an established figure in the jazz avant-garde, known for his innovative compositions and collaborations. This album marked a continuation of his exploration into the intersection of jazz and contemporary classical music, following his previous works like 'Songs of the Wild' in 2008.
- Stylistic neighbors
- Carla Bley· Keith Jarrett· Paul Bley
Tracklist
Best experienced from track one — press play and let it unfold.
- 1 Fortune Smiled Again 5:35
- 2 Childman 4:29
- 3 Also Close to the Rainbow 3:16
- 4 Monody 0:15
- 5 Fresh and Fair 4:10
- 6 Author 4:16
- 7 Breaking Past the Day 3:43
- 8 Crying at the Movies 5:05
- 9 Maiden Name 2:07
- 10 In Stride 4:53
- 11 Mount Shasta 5:31
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