What makes The Hawk Returns by Coleman Hawkins notable?

'The Hawk Returns' is significant for its successful blend of jazz and orchestral elements, showcasing Hawkins' artistry at a time when jazz was undergoing stylistic transformations. The album received positive reviews and contributed to Hawkins' legacy as one of the foremost tenor saxophonists, influencing subsequent generations of jazz musicians. By the time 'The Hawk Returns' was released in 1954, Coleman Hawkins was already an established figure in jazz, known for his pioneering role in popularizing the tenor saxophone. This album followed his influential work during the late 1940s and marked a return to recording after a brief period focusing on live performances. It exemplified his adaptability and continued relevance in the evolving jazz landscape.

Who is The Hawk Returns for?

The Hawk Returns works well if you're into vibrant orchestral arrangements, melodic saxophone showcases and easy afternoon listening.

How many songs are on The Hawk Returns?

The Hawk Returns has 12 tracks, running approximately 36 minutes.

The Hawk Returns

Coleman Hawkins · 1954

36 min · 12 tracks · jazz

A vibrant showcase of Hawkins' saxophone mastery intertwined with lush orchestral arrangements and compelling melodies.

Spotify Apple Music

YouTube Music YouTube Deezer Bandcamp SoundCloud

Own it: Amazon eBay

Is this for you?

Good fit if you like

vibrant orchestral arrangements
melodic saxophone showcases
easy afternoon listening

Maybe skip if you want

seeking high-energy tracks
prefer standalone singles

Where this album fits

Career context: By the time 'The Hawk Returns' was released in 1954, Coleman Hawkins was already an established figure in jazz, known for his pioneering role in popularizing the tenor saxophone. This album followed his influential work during the late 1940s and marked a return to recording after a brief period focusing on live performances. It exemplified his adaptability and continued relevance in the evolving jazz landscape.
Stylistic neighbors: Ben Webster· Lester Young· John Coltrane

Tracklist

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

1 Goin' Down Home 2:44
2 I'll Follow My Secret Heart 3:07
3 On My Way 3:12
4 I'll Tell You Later 3:01
5 What a Difference a Day Makes 3:15
6 Last Stop 2:56
7 Should I 3:11
8 Flight Eleven 2:56
9 Modern Fantasy 3:01
10 Confessin' 3:01
11 September Song 3:28
12 You Can't Take That Away From Me 2:57

What to play next

Listen next

Accent on Tenor Sax

1955

Go back to

Disorder at the Border

Full Coleman Hawkins discography Artists like Coleman Hawkins

jazz

Reference: Wikipedia · MusicBrainz · Wikidata