Perpetual Motion
Béla Fleck · 2001
57 min · 20 tracks · jazz · bluegrass music
Intricate classical compositions intertwine with bluegrass sensibilities, showcasing virtuosity and playful reinterpretation.
Why this album works
- Best for
- virtuosic displays of craftsmanship dynamic exploration of themes playful reinterpretations of classics
- Context
- Released in 2001, 'Perpetual Motion' marked a significant pivot for Béla Fleck as he explored the intersection of classical music and bluegrass. This album followed his acclaimed work with the Flecktones, presenting an opportunity to showcase his skill on the banjo outside of traditional bluegrass frameworks.
- If you like
- jazz, bluegrass music
Perpetual Motion is an album by Béla Fleck, released in 2001. Intricate classical compositions intertwine with bluegrass sensibilities, showcasing virtuosity and playful reinterpretation. 'Perpetual Motion' received critical acclaim, earning a Grammy Award for Best Classical Crossover Album, which highlighted Fleck's unique ability to blend genres. The album also played a crucial role in expanding the audience for both classical and bluegrass music by bridging the gap between these two worlds. Here's what makes it worth your time and what to listen to next.
Frequently Asked Questions
What does Perpetual Motion sound like?
Intricate classical compositions intertwine with bluegrass sensibilities, showcasing virtuosity and playful reinterpretation. Rooted in jazz and bluegrass music.
What makes Perpetual Motion by Béla Fleck notable?
'Perpetual Motion' received critical acclaim, earning a Grammy Award for Best Classical Crossover Album, which highlighted Fleck's unique ability to blend genres. The album also played a crucial role in expanding the audience for both classical and bluegrass music by bridging the gap between these two worlds. Released in 2001, 'Perpetual Motion' marked a significant pivot for Béla Fleck as he explored the intersection of classical music and bluegrass. This album followed his acclaimed work with the Flecktones, presenting an opportunity to showcase his skill on the banjo outside of traditional bluegrass frameworks.
Who is Perpetual Motion for?
Perpetual Motion works well if you're into virtuosic displays of craftsmanship, dynamic exploration of themes and playful reinterpretations of classics.
How many songs are on Perpetual Motion?
Perpetual Motion has 20 tracks, running approximately 57 minutes.
Tracklist
Best experienced from track one — press play and let it unfold.
- 1 Keyboard Sonata in C major, K. 159 2:16
- 2 Two-Part Invention No. 13 1:35
- 3 "Doctor Gradus ad Parnassum" from Children's Corner 2:29
- 4 Mazurka in F-sharp minor 3:40
- 5 "Prelude" from Partita No. 3 for Solo Violin 3:50
- 6 Etude in C-sharp minor 2:17
- 7 Mazurka in F-sharp minor 2:24
- 8 Three-Part Invention No. 10 1:00
- 9 Melody in E-flat 3:15
- 10 Presto in G minor I after Bach 1:44
- 11 "Prelude" from Suite for Unaccompanied Cello No. 1 2:14
- 12 Three-Part Invention No. 15 1:16
- 13 Moto Perpetuo 3:44
- 14 Keyboard Sonata in D minor K. 213 3:16
- 15 Two-Part Invention No. 6 2:32
- 16 "Adagio Sostenuto" from "Moonlight" Sonata Standout 5:07
- 17 Two-Part Invention No. 11 0:57
- 18 Seven Variations on "God Save the King" Standout 9:08
- 19 Three-Part Invention No. 7 2:11
- 20 Moto Perpetuo (Bluegrass version) Standout 2:38
Release Date
January 1, 2001
Artist Origin
United States
Runtime
57 min 42 sec
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