Testifying
Larry Young · 1960
46 min · 7 tracks · jazz
A vibrant blend of modal jazz and soulful grooves that showcase Young's innovative organ work and improvisational prowess.
Top tracks — play these first
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Testifying — The title track exemplifies Young's ability to blend complex harmonies with infectious rhythms, setting the tone for the entire album.
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Exercise for Chihuahuas — This track stands out due to its playful approach and intricate interplay between instruments, highlighting Young’s innovative compositional style.
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Falling in Love With Love — A classic standard reimagined through Young's unique lens, this track showcases his emotive playing and ability to reinterpret familiar melodies.
Moments worth listening for
Where the writing does something specific.
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Falling in Love With Love
The bridge introduces an unexpected shift in melody that deepens the emotional resonance of the song.
This shift not only reinvigorates the listener's interest but also underscores Young's innovative approach to structure, creating a fresh take on a well-known standard.
Tracklist
Best experienced from track one — press play and let it unfold.
- 1 Testifying 9:55
- 2 When I Grow Too Old to Dream 5:18
- 3 Exercise for Chihuahuas 7:38
- 4 Falling in Love With Love 5:07
- 5 Some Thorny Blues 6:23
- 6 Wee Dot 7:07
- 7 Flamingo 5:23
Reference: Wikipedia · MusicBrainz · Wikidata
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