The Nurturer
Geri Allen · 1991
52 min · 9 tracks · jazz
A rich tapestry of intricate melodies and rhythms that intertwine bebop sophistication with emotive jazz explorations.
Top tracks — play these first
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Night's Shadow — This opening track sets a hauntingly beautiful tone with its complex harmonies and dynamic interplay between instruments, showcasing Allen's prowess as a composer.
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It's Good to Be Home Again — This piece combines a sense of nostalgia with intricate melodic lines, making it a touching highlight that reflects personal themes present throughout the album.
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Silence and Song / The Nurturer — The title track encapsulates the essence of the album, merging lyrical piano passages with expressive improvisation that illustrates Allen's emotional depth as an artist.
Elevation
Our rating, out of 100 — and why.
AI-generated from five scored dimensions. An opinion, not a measurement.
InstrumentalThe album showcases intricate compositions and skilled improvisation, making it rewarding for attentive listeners.
What we noticed
- The album features complex arrangements where multiple instruments weave in and out of the foreground, creating a dense sonic landscape.
- Several pieces incorporate extended improvisation sections, allowing musicians to explore themes rather than adhering strictly to written melodies.
- Composition 25% of the score
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8/10
- Craft 20% of the score
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7/10
- Durability 25% of the score
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8/10
- Distinctiveness 18% of the score
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7/10
- Sequencing 12% of the score
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6/10
the writing — melody, harmony, structure, lyrics
production, performance, arrangement
whether it rewards returning to it
whether it sounds like itself
running order, pacing, length
Known within its scene. Reported but not counted — how far a record travelled describes its reception rather than the record, and a newer release has had less time to travel than an older one.
Is this for you?
Good fit if you like
- ethereal melodies for deep reflection
- patient explorations of intricate rhythms
- intimate moments of personal connection
- nurturing soundscapes for evening calm
Maybe skip if you
- seeking fast-paced excitement
- prefer short, standalone tracks
Where this album fits
- Career context
- By the time Geri Allen released The Nurturer in 1991, she was establishing herself as a prominent voice in jazz music following her breakthrough debut, Jug-a-Lug, in 1985. This album marked her first major project with Blue Note Records, positioning her at the forefront of innovative jazz during the early '90s and allowing for greater artistic expression.
- Stylistic neighbors
- Cassandra Wilson· Terri Lyne Carrington· Jason Moran
Tracklist
Best experienced from track one — press play and let it unfold.
- 1 Night's Shadow 8:26
- 2 No. 3 8:17
- 3 It's Good to Be Home Again 4:32
- 4 Batista's Groove 5:24
- 5 Night of Power (For My Daughter Laila) 2:19
- 6 Our Gang 5:38
- 7 Silence and Song / The Nurturer 9:51
- 8 Le Goo Wop 1:48
- 9 Lullaby of Isfahn 6:41
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