Mr. Wizard
Vincent Herring · 2004
49 min · 9 tracks · jazz
A vibrant blend of bebop and modern jazz, showcasing intricate melodies and dynamic improvisation.
Top tracks — play these first
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Citizen of Zamunda — This track features lively interaction between the musicians, blending complex rhythms with a catchy melody that exemplifies Herring's compositional strengths.
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You Leave Me Breathless — Its lush harmonies and emotive saxophone lines make this ballad a standout moment on the album, showcasing Herring's lyrical prowess.
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Mr. Wizard — The title track encapsulates the album's spirit, driven by intricate solos and a playful sense of exploration that defines Herring's style.
Is this for you?
Good fit if you like
- dynamic improvisation with vibrant energy
- cathartic moments of melodic exploration
- engaging rhythms for focused listening
- sprawling tracks that invite reflection
Maybe skip if you
- seekers of instant gratification
- prefer concise, standalone tracks
Where this album fits
- Career context
- Released in 2004, Mr. Wizard is Vincent Herring's fifth album as a bandleader, following his previous work on the critically acclaimed album, Directions in Music. At this point in his career, Herring had already established himself as a prominent alto saxophonist within the jazz community, known for his collaborations with legends like Horace Silver and McCoy Tyner.
- Stylistic neighbors
- Eric Alexander· David Hazeltine· Joe Lovano
Tracklist
Best experienced from track one — press play and let it unfold.
- 1 All God's Children Got Rhythm 4:28
- 2 Citizen of Zamunda 4:43
- 3 Hopscotch 4:05
- 4 You Leave Me Breathless 5:04
- 5 Four by Five 5:04
- 6 Encounters 7:43
- 7 Cassius 5:21
- 8 The Walk Home 7:19
- 9 Mr. Wizard 5:39
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