Suite 16
Yusef Lateef · 1970
34 min · 11 tracks · jazz
A vibrant fusion of jazz and classical elements, bridging improvisation with structured movements.
Why this album works
'Suite 16' is notable for its ambitious orchestration and unique structure, merging jazz with classical forms that received critical acclaim. The album reflects Lateef's influence on the jazz scene by expanding the genre's boundaries, ultimately leading to broader acceptance of cross-genre experimentation in music during the 1970s.
- Best for
- dynamic suite with varied movements wave-like pacing that flows engaging improvisation meets structure
- Context
- By 1970, Yusef Lateef had established himself as a pioneering force in jazz, having released several influential albums since his debut in the late 1950s. 'Suite 16' marks a significant point in his career as it showcases his innovative approach to blending diverse musical genres, demonstrating his artistic evolution and commitment to experimentation.
- Stylistic neighbors
- Barbra Streisand· Bob Dylan· Ella Fitzgerald· Bing Crosby· Andy Williams· Aretha Franklin· Dave Brubeck· Tony Bennett
Tracklist
Best experienced from track one — press play and let it unfold.
- 1 Buddy and Lou 3:12
- 2 Down in Atlanta 4:14
- 3 Nocturne 4:02
- 4 When a Man Loves a Woman Standout 3:18
- 5 Michelle 1:42
- 6 First Movement: Folia Standout 2:21
- 7 Second Movement: Minuet (Hybrid, Atonal) 2:11
- 8 Third Movement: Blues (Twelve Measure Form) Variational (interlude) 6:53
- 9 Fourth Movement: Passacaglia 2:04
- 10 Fifth Movement: Chorale, Sixth Movemen: Blues (extended form) 2:12
- 11 Seventh Movement: Blues, Coda 2:38
Reference: Wikipedia · MusicBrainz · Wikidata
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