Shangri-La
Sonny Stitt · 1964
35 min · 6 tracks · jazz
A vibrant blend of hard bop and soulful melodies, showcasing Stitt's virtuosic saxophone prowess.
Is this for you?
Good fit if you like
- steady pacing for relaxed listening
- gradual development rewards attention
- for evening wind-down
- saxophone melodies evoke warmth
Maybe skip if you want
- prefer fast-paced, energetic music
- seek standalone hit singles
Where this album fits
- Career context
- By 1964, Sonny Stitt was already a prominent figure in the jazz scene, having released several albums since his debut in the late 1940s. 'Shangri-La' arrived during a prolific period for Stitt, establishing him as a key player in the hard bop movement while continuing to explore new musical ideas.
- Stylistic neighbors
- Charlie Parker· John Coltrane· Ornette Coleman
Tracklist
Best experienced from track one — press play and let it unfold.
- 1 My New Baby 7:15
- 2 Misty 4:30
- 3 Soul Food 7:50
- 4 Shangri-La 4:40
- 5 Mama Don't Allow 5:50
- 6 The Eternal One 5:45
Reference: Wikipedia · MusicBrainz · Wikidata
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