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Mountain Passages

Dave Douglas · 2005

54 min · 13 tracks · jazz

A vibrant exploration of jazz textures and motifs inspired by the natural beauty of mountainous landscapes.

Is this for you?

Good fit if you like

  • dynamic journey with peaks
  • wave-like pacing throughout
  • evocative of natural landscapes
  • for reflective afternoons
  • captivating storytelling through sound

Maybe skip if you want

  • prefer straightforward, immediate tracks
  • seek consistent high-energy levels

Where this album fits

Career context
When 'Mountain Passages' was released in 2005, Dave Douglas was already a prominent figure in the jazz scene, celebrated for his innovative approach to music. This album followed his critically acclaimed work, 'Strange Liberation' (2003), showcasing his ability to blend traditional jazz elements with contemporary influences and thematic storytelling.
Stylistic neighbors
Chris Potter· Avishai Cohen· Maria Schneider

Tracklist

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

  • 1 Summit Music 3:58
  • 2 Family of the Climber 4:19
  • 3 Gnarly Schnapps 2:04
  • 4 Gumshoe 3:41
  • 5 Twelve Degrees Proof 4:16
  • 6 North Point Memorial 4:34
  • 7 Cannonball Run 4:45
  • 8 Palisades 3:22
  • 9 A Nasty Spill 7:29
  • 10 Purple Mountain Majesty 1:52
  • 11 Off Major 2:45
  • 12 Bury Me Standing 7:44
  • 13 Encore: All Is Forgiven 3:32

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