Open Aspects '82 cover

Open Aspects '82

Anthony Braxton · 1982

72 min · 9 tracks · jazz · opera

A complex tapestry of avant-garde jazz woven with intricate patterns and spontaneous improvisation.

Is this for you?

Good fit if you like

  • dynamic exploration of themes
  • wave-like pacing with surprises
  • immersive long-form listening experience
  • spontaneous moments of improvisation

Maybe skip if you want

  • prefer quick, catchy tracks
  • seek straightforward musical structure

Where this album fits

Career context
By the time 'Open Aspects '82' was released, Anthony Braxton was already recognized for his innovative contributions to avant-garde jazz. This album followed his 1980 release 'Creative Orchestra Music 1976', showcasing his continued evolution as a composer and musician during a period when he was exploring new forms and structures in jazz.
Stylistic neighbors
Ornette Coleman· Sun Ra· Henry Threadgill

Tracklist

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

  • 1 #3 12:40
  • 2 #1.2 7:50
  • 3 #2 13:45
  • 4 #4 5:30
  • 5 #5 10:20
  • 6 #6.1 2:30
  • 7 #6.2 2:35
  • 8 #6.3 2:15
  • 9 #1.1 15:30

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