Released 40 years ago
Spirits
Keith Jarrett · 1986
111 min · 26 tracks · jazz
A meditative exploration of improvisation, blending jazz with ethereal soundscapes and introspective melodies.
Top tracks — play these first
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Spirits 1 Start here — Opening the album, this track sets the tone with a tranquil yet complex interplay of melodies that display Jarrett's signature improvisational style.
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Spirits 4 — This piece features a captivating build-up, showcasing Jarrett's ability to weave intricate patterns while maintaining an emotional core throughout.
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Spirits 18 — A lengthy exploration that exemplifies the depth of Jarrett's improvisational prowess, merging rhythmic complexity with lyrical phrasing that invites deep listening.
Is this for you?
Good fit if you like
- wave-like pacing with ebb flow
- transcendent improvisation for deep focus
- dynamic exploration of emotional themes
- for reflective solo moments
- short pieces for varied listening
Maybe skip if you
- seeking instant gratification tracks
- prefer structured, predictable formats
Where this album fits
- In the catalog
- Critical Peak — Showcases Jarrett's unique improvisational style, marking a significant evolution in his sound.
- Themes
- ethereal soundscapes· meditative improvisation· emotional depth
- Career context
- By 1986, Keith Jarrett was an established figure in jazz, known for his innovative solo piano works and ensemble performances. 'Spirits' followed his acclaimed 'The Koln Concert', further solidifying his reputation as a master of improvisation and emotional depth in music.
- Stylistic neighbors
- Chick Corea· Brad Mehldau· Bill Evans
Tracklist
Disc 1
- 1 Spirits 1 Start here 5:10
- 2 Spirits 2 1:38
- 3 Spirits 3 8:06
- 4 Spirits 4 5:59
- 5 Spirits 5 4:10
- 6 Spirits 6 2:00
- 7 Spirits 7 7:12
- 8 Spirits 8 4:52
- 9 Spirits 9 5:15
- 10 Spirits 10 3:27
- 11 Spirits 11 2:39
- 12 Spirits 12 4:48
Disc 2
- 1 Spirits 13 5:11
- 2 Spirits 14 3:08
- 3 Spirits 15 2:29
- 4 Spirits 16 2:14
- 5 Spirits 17 2:57
- 6 Spirits 18 6:20
- 7 Spirits 19 4:53
- 8 Spirits 20 5:15
- 9 Spirits 21 4:23
- 10 Spirits 22 3:10
- 11 Spirits 23 4:06
- 12 Spirits 24 3:02
- 13 Spirits 25 2:21
- 14 Spirits 26 6:13
If this landed
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