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Peacemeal

Lee Konitz · 1970

60 min · 13 tracks · bebop

A cerebral blend of intricate bebop improvisations and lyrical melodies, reflecting Konitz's innovative spirit.

Is this for you?

Good fit if you like

  • dynamic exploration with peaks
  • cerebral improvisations for focus
  • intricate melodies for deep listening
  • wave-like pacing invites reflection

Maybe skip if you want

  • prefer straightforward, upbeat tracks
  • seek instant gratification songs

Where this album fits

Career context
By 1970, Lee Konitz was an established figure in jazz, known for his unique approach to improvisation. 'Peacemeal' arrived during a prolific period post his classic collaborations with artists like Miles Davis and Stan Getz, showcasing his evolution as a leader and composer in the genre.
Stylistic neighbors
Paul Desmond· Stan Getz· Ornette Coleman

Tracklist

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

  • 1 Thumbs Under, for Piano (Mikrokosmos, Volume 4/ 98), Sz. 107/4/98, BB 105/98 3:16
  • 2 Lester Leaps In 3:26
  • 3 Village Joke, for Piano (Mikrokosmos, Volume 5/ 130), Sz. 107/5/130, BB 105/130 4:09
  • 4 Something to Sing 4:13
  • 5 Peacemeal 7:08
  • 6 Body and Soul 5:09
  • 7 Stamping Dance, for Piano (Mikrokosmos, Volume 5/ 128), Sz. 107/5/128, BB 105/128 5:02
  • 8 Fourth Dimension 4:39
  • 9 Second Thoughts 3:10
  • 10 Subconscious-Lee 4:15
  • 11 Lester Leaps In (take 4) 3:23
  • 12 Body and Soul (take 3) 6:37
  • 13 Subconscious-Lee (take 6) 5:54

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