Elevation

Our rating, out of 100 — and why.

AI-generated from five scored dimensions. An opinion, not a measurement.

Instrumental
59 /100
Treeline
Higher than 57% of albums we've rated

Stitt's interpretations of Parker's work highlight his technical skill and creativity within a familiar framework.

What we noticed

  • The album features a consistent use of bebop rhythms, with fast-paced melodies that showcase Stitt's virtuosic saxophone playing.
  • Each track is a reinterpretation of classic Charlie Parker compositions, maintaining the original's harmonic structure while adding Stitt's unique phrasing.
  • The running time of each track varies, but they all hover around the three to five-minute mark, allowing for concise improvisation without overstaying their welcome.
Composition 25% of the score
7/10

the writing — melody, harmony, structure, lyrics

Craft 20% of the score
8/10

production, performance, arrangement

Durability 25% of the score
6/10

whether it rewards returning to it

Distinctiveness 18% of the score
6/10

whether it sounds like itself

Sequencing 12% of the score
7/10

running order, pacing, length

Influence 2/10

Little footprint beyond its audience. Reported but not counted — how far a record travelled describes its reception rather than the record, and a newer release has had less time to travel than an older one.

Is this for you?

Good fit if you like

  • lively exchanges of musical ideas
  • short bursts of rhythmic energy
  • playful improvisation with quick tempos
  • captivating solos that engage listeners

Maybe skip if you

  • prefer lengthy, immersive albums
  • want slow, contemplative pieces

Where this album fits

Stylistic neighbors
Charlie Parker· John Coltrane· Ornette Coleman

Tracklist

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

  • 1 Ornithology 3:39
  • 2 Scrapple From the Apple 3:48
  • 3 My Little Suede Shoes 3:04
  • 4 Parker's Mood 4:19
  • 5 Au Privave 2:39
  • 6 Ko-Ko 4:51
  • 7 Confirmation 4:35
  • 8 Hootie Blues 6:35
  • 9 Constellation 3:16

Reference: Wikipedia · MusicBrainz · Wikidata