Prezervation cover

Prezervation

Stan Getz · 1968

36 min · 12 tracks · bebop

A vibrant blend of improvisational jazz and intricate melodies showcasing Stan Getz's lyrical saxophone style.

Is this for you?

Good fit if you like

  • steady mid-tempo listening experience
  • intricate melodies for detail seekers
  • for relaxed evenings
  • improvisational warmth and charm

Maybe skip if you want

  • prefer fast-paced tracks
  • seek single-focused listening

Where this album fits

Career 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.
Stylistic neighbors
João Gilberto· Astrud Gilberto· Chet Baker

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 2:43
  • 7 Goodnight My Love 2:40
  • 8 Intoit 3:23
  • 9 Liza 2:37
  • 10 Stars Fell on Alabama 3:36
  • 11 Stairway to the Stars 3:32
  • 12 Opus Caprice 2:22

Reference: Wikipedia · MusicBrainz · Wikidata