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The Genius of Coleman Hawkins

Coleman Hawkins · 1957

74 min · 20 tracks · jazz

A rich tapestry of warm, resonant saxophone melodies intertwined with lush jazz arrangements that evoke nostalgia.

Is this for you?

Good fit if you like

  • nostalgic saxophone warmth
  • wave-like dynamic flow
  • for late-night listening
  • rich emotional nuances
  • ideal for relaxed evenings

Maybe skip if you want

  • seeking fast-paced excitement
  • prefer standalone tracks only

Where this album fits

Career context
At the time of its release in 1957, Coleman Hawkins was already a revered figure in jazz, having emerged as one of the first prominent tenor saxophonists since the late 1920s. 'The Genius of Coleman Hawkins' was significant as it showcased his enduring influence and mastery during a period when jazz was evolving, particularly following the advent of bebop in the early 1940s.
Stylistic neighbors
Ben Webster· Lester Young· John Coltrane

Tracklist

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

  • 1 I'll Never Be the Same 3:32
  • 2 You're Blasé 3:38
  • 3 I Wished on the Moon 3:41
  • 4 How Long Has This Been Going On? 3:57
  • 5 Like Someone in Love 3:59
  • 6 My Melancholy Baby 4:12
  • 8 In a Mellow Tone 4:48
  • 9 There's No You 3:29
  • 10 The World Is Waiting for the Sunrise 3:52
  • 11 Somebody Loves Me 3:54
  • 12 Blues for Rene 3:08
  • 13 Begin the Beguine 3:06
  • 14 I Never Had a Chance 2:08
  • 15 I Never Had a Chance 2:03
  • 16 I Wished on the Moon 3:41
  • 17 Like Someone in Love 3:59
  • 18 Ill Wind (You're Blowin' Me No Good) 5:38
  • 19 In a Mellow Tone 4:48
  • 20 There's No You 3:28
  • 21 Blues for Rene 3:04

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