Pruflas: Book of Angels Volume 18
David Krakauer · 2012
46 min · 8 tracks · klezmer
A vibrant fusion of klezmer and contemporary jazz, weaving intricate melodies with rhythmic complexity.
Top tracks — play these first
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Ebuhuel — The opening track sets the tone with a lively interplay between traditional klezmer motifs and jazz improvisation, encapsulating Krakauer's stylistic blend.
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Parzial-Oranir — At over eleven minutes long, this track showcases Krakauer's ability to weave complex themes and variations, creating an engaging musical journey.
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Neriah Mahariel — This piece highlights the emotional depth of the album, featuring soaring clarinet lines that evoke a sense of longing and introspection.
Elevation
Our rating, out of 100 — and why.
AI-generated from five scored dimensions. An opinion, not a measurement.
The album blends intricate klezmer melodies with jazz improvisation, showcasing Krakauer's skill and creativity.
What we noticed
- Each track showcases a different instrumental texture, often layering clarinet with strings and percussion in innovative ways.
- Several pieces incorporate improvisational sections, allowing for spontaneous interaction between musicians.
- Composition 25% of the score
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7/10
- Craft 20% of the score
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8/10
- Durability 25% of the score
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6/10
- Distinctiveness 18% of the score
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7/10
- Sequencing 12% of the score
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6/10
the writing — melody, harmony, structure, lyrics
production, performance, arrangement
whether it rewards returning to it
whether it sounds like itself
running order, pacing, length
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Tracklist
Best experienced from track one — press play and let it unfold.
- 1 Ebuhuel 3:54
- 2 Kasbeel 4:18
- 3 Vual 4:59
- 4 Parzial-Oranir 11:11
- 5 Egion 5:44
- 6 Neriah Mahariel 7:03
- 7 Tandal 3:36
- 8 Monadel 6:01
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