Motian in Tokyo
52 min · 10 tracks · free jazz
A meditative exploration of free jazz, blending intricate rhythms with ethereal melodies.
Is this for you?
Good fit if you like
- meditative exploration of sound
- wave-like pacing with peaks
- intricate rhythms encourage focus
- for quiet afternoons
Maybe skip if you want
- prefer straightforward, upbeat tracks
- seek instant gratification in music
Where this album fits
- Career context
- Released in 2011, 'Motian in Tokyo' came at a time when Paul Motian was celebrated for his innovative contributions to jazz drumming and composition. This album followed his earlier works and marked his continued evolution as a leader in the genre, showcasing his unique ability to merge improvisation with structured compositions.
- Stylistic neighbors
- Bill Evans· Charles Lloyd· Keith Jarrett
Tracklist
Best experienced from track one — press play and let it unfold.
- 1 From Time to Time 6:58
- 2 Shakalaka 6:18
- 3 Kathelin Gray 6:54
- 4 The Hoax 1:00
- 5 Mumbo Jumbo 10:43
- 6 Birdsong I 1:34
- 7 Mode VI 7:29
- 8 2 Women From Padua 4:53
- 9 It Is 5:11
- 10 Birdsong II 1:32
Reference: Wikipedia · MusicBrainz · Wikidata
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