Perpetual Motion
Béla Fleck · 2001
57 min · 20 tracks · jazz · bluegrass music
Intricate classical compositions intertwine with bluegrass sensibilities, showcasing virtuosity and playful reinterpretation.
Is this for you?
Good fit if you like
- virtuosic displays of craftsmanship
- dynamic exploration of themes
- playful reinterpretations of classics
- wave-like pacing throughout album
- short bursts of intricate melodies
Maybe skip if you want
- seeking instant gratification tracks
- prefer long, uninterrupted pieces
Where this album fits
- Career 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.
- Stylistic neighbors
- Chris Thile· Punch Brothers· Nickel Creek
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 5:07
- 17 Two-Part Invention No. 11 0:57
- 18 Seven Variations on "God Save the King" 9:08
- 19 Three-Part Invention No. 7 2:11
- 20 Moto Perpetuo (Bluegrass version) 2:38
Reference: Wikipedia · MusicBrainz · Wikidata
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