Released 50 years ago
Staircase
Keith Jarrett · 1976
74 min · 11 tracks · jazz
A meditative exploration of improvisational jazz, intertwining intricate melodies with ethereal textures.
Is this for you?
Good fit if you like
- explorative journey with peaks
- meditative ambiance for reflection
- wave-like pacing invites immersion
- intricate melodies for deep focus
Maybe skip if you want
- seekers of instant gratification
- prefer standalone track variety
Where this album fits
- Career context
- By the time 'Staircase' was released in 1976, Keith Jarrett was already an established figure in jazz, known for his innovative solo piano performances. This album followed his acclaimed work 'The Köln Concert,' marking a period where he was solidifying his unique approach to spontaneous composition and improvisation.
- Stylistic neighbors
- Chick Corea· Brad Mehldau· Bill Evans
Tracklist
Best experienced from track one — press play and let it unfold.
- 1 Staircase, Part 1 6:57
- 2 Staircase, Part 2 7:58
- 3 Staircase, Part 3 1:25
- 4 Hourglass, Part 1 4:42
- 5 Hourglass, Part 2 14:03
- 6 Sundial, Part 1 8:57
- 7 Sundial, Part 2 4:55
- 8 Sundial, Part 3 6:27
- 9 Sand, Part 1 6:54
- 10 Sand, Part 2 8:48
- 11 Sand, Part 3 3:21
Reference: Wikipedia · MusicBrainz · Wikidata
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