The Power of Positive Swinging
Bob Brookmeyer · 1965
43 min · 9 tracks · jazz
A vibrant blend of playful melodies and intricate harmonies, celebrating the essence of jazz improvisation.
Is this for you?
Good fit if you like
- dynamic emotional journeys
- long immersive listening sessions
- playful and intricate melodies
- gradual builds and payoffs
Where this album fits
- Career context
- Released in 1965, 'The Power of Positive Swinging' is Bob Brookmeyer's second album as a leader, following his debut 'The New Sounds' in 1963. At this point, Brookmeyer was establishing himself as a prominent figure in jazz, known for his innovative approach to the valve trombone and composition.
- Stylistic neighbors
- Gerry Mulligan· Thad Jones· Bob Mintzer
Tracklist
Best experienced from track one — press play and let it unfold.
- 1 Dancing on the Grave 2:33
- 2 Battle Hymn of the Republic 3:31
- 3 The King 5:43
- 4 Ode to a Flugelhorn 5:37
- 5 Gal in Calico 6:03
- 6 Green Stamps 5:07
- 7 Hawg Jawz 2:24
- 8 Simple Waltz 5:18
- 9 Just an Old Manuscript 7:30
Reference: Wikipedia · MusicBrainz · Wikidata
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