Natural Bridge
Béla Fleck · 1982
42 min · 11 tracks · jazz · bluegrass music
A seamless fusion of bluegrass, jazz, and classical nuances showcasing Fleck's virtuosic banjo playing.
Is this for you?
Good fit if you like
- balanced progression with climactic moments
- engaging for attentive listening
- for afternoon reflection
- short tracks that maintain interest
- virtuosic instrumentation showcases detail
Maybe skip if you want
- looking for instant gratification
- prefer standalone hits over cohesion
Where this album fits
- Career context
- Released in 1982, 'Natural Bridge' was Béla Fleck's third album, following his breakout with New Grass Revival. At this point, Fleck was solidifying his reputation as a pioneering force in progressive bluegrass, exploring intricate compositions that blended various genres.
- Stylistic neighbors
- Chris Thile· Punch Brothers· Nickel Creek
Tracklist
Best experienced from track one — press play and let it unfold.
- 1 Punchdrunk 2:39
- 2 Flexibility 4:11
- 3 Dawg's Due 2:59
- 4 Daybreak 3:00
- 5 Bitter Gap 2:59
- 6 October Winds 5:48
- 7 Crossfire 3:26
- 8 Applebutter 2:42
- 9 Old Hickory Waltz 4:53
- 10 Rocky Road 3:24
- 11 The Natural Bridge Suite 6:55
Reference: Wikipedia · MusicBrainz · Wikidata
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