Rockin' with Rachmaninoff
Horace Silver · 2003
64 min · 11 tracks · hard bop
A vibrant blend of hard bop and classical motifs that dances between intricate melodies and rhythmic grooves.
Is this for you?
Good fit if you like
- steady exploration of intricate melodies
- vibrant grooves for social gatherings
- gradual climaxes rewarding attentive listening
- playful rhythms that invite movement
- sophisticated tunes for afternoon relaxation
Maybe skip if you want
- seeking instant gratification tracks
- prefer straightforward, single-focused albums
Where this album fits
- Career context
- By the time 'Rockin' with Rachmaninoff' was released in 2003, Horace Silver was a respected elder statesman of jazz, having established his career since the 1950s. This album marked his return to recording after a brief hiatus, showcasing his distinctive style at a time when his innovative contributions to hard bop were widely celebrated.
- Stylistic neighbors
- Art Blakey· Thelonious Monk· McCoy Tyner
Tracklist
Best experienced from track one — press play and let it unfold.
- 1 Rocky's Overture 5:39
- 2 Rocky Meets The Duke 6:09
- 3 Satchmo's Song 7:16
- 4 Monkeyin' Around With Monk 5:42
- 5 A Ballad For Hawk 5:51
- 6 The Skunky Funky Blues 6:51
- 7 Sunday Mornin' Prayer Meetin' 5:03
- 8 Hallelujah To Ya 5:11
- 9 The Righteous Rumba 6:23
- 10 Lavender Love 5:29
- 11 Rockin' With Rachmaninoff 4:31
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