The Montreux/Berlin Concerts
Anthony Braxton · 1977
87 min · 5 tracks · jazz · opera
A complex tapestry of avant-garde jazz exploring intricate improvisations and unconventional structures.
Why this album works
- Best for
- dynamic improvisations that evolve wave-like pacing with resolution immersive exploration of soundscapes
- Context
- By 1977, Anthony Braxton was emerging as a leading figure in avant-garde jazz, following his groundbreaking album 'For Alto' in 1969. 'The Montreux/Berlin Concerts' captures live performances that showcase his innovative approach to composition and improvisation, solidifying his reputation as a pivotal artist in the genre's evolution.
- If you like
- jazz, opera
The Montreux/Berlin Concerts is an album by Anthony Braxton, released in 1977. A complex tapestry of avant-garde jazz exploring intricate improvisations and unconventional structures. This album is significant for its documentation of Braxton's live performance style, which influenced countless jazz musicians and composers. It received critical acclaim for its daring experimentation and showcased the breadth of Braxton's musical language, contributing to the broader acceptance of avant-garde jazz during the late 1970s. Here's what makes it worth your time and what to listen to next.
Frequently Asked Questions
What does The Montreux/Berlin Concerts sound like?
A complex tapestry of avant-garde jazz exploring intricate improvisations and unconventional structures. Rooted in jazz and opera.
What makes The Montreux/Berlin Concerts by Anthony Braxton notable?
This album is significant for its documentation of Braxton's live performance style, which influenced countless jazz musicians and composers. It received critical acclaim for its daring experimentation and showcased the breadth of Braxton's musical language, contributing to the broader acceptance of avant-garde jazz during the late 1970s. By 1977, Anthony Braxton was emerging as a leading figure in avant-garde jazz, following his groundbreaking album 'For Alto' in 1969. 'The Montreux/Berlin Concerts' captures live performances that showcase his innovative approach to composition and improvisation, solidifying his reputation as a pivotal artist in the genre's evolution.
Who is The Montreux/Berlin Concerts for?
The Montreux/Berlin Concerts works well if you're into dynamic improvisations that evolve, wave-like pacing with resolution and immersive exploration of soundscapes.
How many songs are on The Montreux/Berlin Concerts?
The Montreux/Berlin Concerts has 5 tracks, running approximately 87 minutes.
Tracklist
Best experienced from track one — press play and let it unfold.
Disc 1
- 1 Side One, Cut One: Z WBN D3B/Side One, Cut Two: H-46M B-BW4 Standout 21:48
- 2 Side Two, Cut One: 84° Kelvin---G Standout 7:38
- 3 Side Two, Cut Two: C-M = B05---7 10:38
Disc 2
- 1 Side Three, Cut One: 72° Kelvin---L/Side Three, Cut Two: 337-4 46842 BFG-12 Standout 23:49
- 2 Side Four, Cut One: 29 M 36 23:34
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