Summit Meeting
Elvin Jones · 1977
40 min · 5 tracks · post-bop
Dynamic post-bop rhythms intertwine with expansive improvisation, showcasing the depth of jazz's evolving landscape.
Is this for you?
Good fit if you like
- steady builds with rhythmic interplay
- immersive listening in quiet spaces
- exploratory improvisation that unfolds gradually
- thoughtful engagement during reflective moments
Maybe skip if you want
- prefer fast-paced, instant gratification
- seek short, standalone tracks
Where this album fits
- Career context
- By 1977, Elvin Jones was already an established jazz drummer known for his work with the John Coltrane Quartet. 'Summit Meeting' marked a significant point in his solo career, being his first album released in four years after 'The Main Force' in 1973. This album reflects his continual evolution as a musician and bandleader in the post-bop genre.
- Stylistic neighbors
- Tony Williams· Jack DeJohnette· Max Roach
Tracklist
Best experienced from track one — press play and let it unfold.
- 1 Tee Pee Music 8:10
- 2 Blues for Clark 5:58
- 3 Moody Magic 6:13
- 4 Summit Song 10:15
- 5 Jones 9:47
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