Why this album works
- Best for
- steady mid-tempo listening experience intricate melodies for detail seekers for relaxed evenings
- Context
- Released in 1968, 'Prezervation' is a pivotal moment in Stan Getz's career, following his mainstream success with 'Getz/Gilberto' in 1964. At this time, Getz was exploring more experimental sounds, moving beyond traditional bebop into innovative territory while still maintaining his signature warmth and fluidity on the saxophone.
- If you like
- bebop
Prezervation is an album by Stan Getz, released in 1968. A vibrant blend of improvisational jazz and intricate melodies showcasing Stan Getz's lyrical saxophone style. 'Prezervation' is significant for its artistic departure from mainstream jazz, reflecting a period of experimentation that influenced later jazz musicians. The album features less commercial tracks yet received attention for its ambitious compositions and has been noted for its critical reception among jazz enthusiasts, solidifying Getz's role as a versatile artist in the genre. Here's what makes it worth your time and what to listen to next.
Frequently Asked Questions
What does Prezervation sound like?
A vibrant blend of improvisational jazz and intricate melodies showcasing Stan Getz's lyrical saxophone style. Rooted in bebop.
What makes Prezervation by Stan Getz notable?
'Prezervation' is significant for its artistic departure from mainstream jazz, reflecting a period of experimentation that influenced later jazz musicians. The album features less commercial tracks yet received attention for its ambitious compositions and has been noted for its critical reception among jazz enthusiasts, solidifying Getz's role as a versatile artist in the genre. Released in 1968, 'Prezervation' is a pivotal moment in Stan Getz's career, following his mainstream success with 'Getz/Gilberto' in 1964. At this time, Getz was exploring more experimental sounds, moving beyond traditional bebop into innovative territory while still maintaining his signature warmth and fluidity on the saxophone.
Who is Prezervation for?
Prezervation works well if you're into steady mid-tempo listening experience, intricate melodies for detail seekers and for relaxed evenings.
How many songs are on Prezervation?
Prezervation has 12 tracks, running approximately 36 minutes.
Tracklist
Best experienced from track one — press play and let it unfold.
- 1 Prezervation 2:45
- 2 Pinch Bottle 3:04
- 3 Earless Engineering 2:55
- 4 Be Still, TV 3:10
- 5 Short P, Not LP 3:21
- 6 Stardust Standout 2:43
- 7 Goodnight My Love Standout 2:40
- 8 Intoit 3:23
- 9 Liza Standout 2:37
- 10 Stars Fell on Alabama 3:36
- 11 Stairway to the Stars 3:32
- 12 Opus Caprice 2:22
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