What makes Silent Tongues by Cecil Taylor notable?

'Silent Tongues' is significant for its innovative structure that defies traditional jazz forms, influencing countless musicians in the avant-garde scene. The album received praise from critics for its ambitious scope and was instrumental in pushing the boundaries of jazz music during the mid-1970s. By the time 'Silent Tongues' was released in 1975, Cecil Taylor had already established himself as a pioneering figure in avant-garde jazz. This album followed his critically acclaimed work 'Conquistador!' and showcased his unique approach to improvisation and composition, further solidifying his reputation in the jazz community.

Who is Silent Tongues for?

Silent Tongues works well if you're into wave-like pacing with resolution, sprawling exploration of sound and intense emotional spontaneity.

How many songs are on Silent Tongues?

Silent Tongues has 6 tracks, running approximately 52 minutes.

Silent Tongues

Cecil Taylor · 1975

52 min · 6 tracks · jazz · avant-garde music

A sprawling exploration of avant-garde jazz, blending complex structures with spontaneous bursts of emotion.

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Is this for you?

Good fit if you like

wave-like pacing with resolution
sprawling exploration of sound
intense emotional spontaneity
patient unfolding of movements

Maybe skip if you want

prefer instant gratification tracks
seek traditional song structures

Where this album fits

Career context: By the time 'Silent Tongues' was released in 1975, Cecil Taylor had already established himself as a pioneering figure in avant-garde jazz. This album followed his critically acclaimed work 'Conquistador!' and showcased his unique approach to improvisation and composition, further solidifying his reputation in the jazz community.
Stylistic neighbors: Sun Ra· Ornette Coleman· Anthony Braxton

Tracklist

Best experienced from track one — press play and let it unfold.

1 Silent Tongues: Abyss (First Movement) / Petals & Filaments (Second Movement) / Jitney (Third Movement) 18:06
2 Silent Tongues: Crossing (Fourth Movement), Part One 8:30
3 Silent Tongues: Crossing (Fourth Movement), Part Two 10:00
4 Silent Tongues: After All (Fifth Movement) 9:32
5 Jitney No. 2 3:25
6 After All No. 2 2:30

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