Released 30 years ago
The Same River, Twice
Myra Melford · 1996
62 min · 5 tracks · jazz
An intricate tapestry of improvisation and structured passages, blending avant-garde jazz with deeply emotional undertones.
Top tracks — play these first
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Crush — This track stands out due to its expansive length and Melford's masterful navigation through contrasting sections, showcasing her ability to blend structure with spontaneity.
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The Large Ends the Way — As the centerpiece of the album, this nearly twenty-five minute composition exemplifies Melford's intricate arrangements and collective improvisation, pushing the boundaries of jazz.
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Bound Unbound — The opening track sets a captivating tone for the album, introducing listeners to Melford's unique harmonic language and dynamic shifts that characterize her work.
Is this for you?
Good fit if you like
- introspective late-night exploration
- long-form narratives that evolve
- immersive soundscapes for deep focus
- emotional improvisation with depth
Maybe skip if you
- seekers of instant gratification
- prefer short, standalone tracks
Where this album fits
- Career context
- Released in 1996, The Same River, Twice is Myra Melford's second album, following her debut, Now in the Wings. At this point in her career, she was establishing herself as a significant voice in the avant-garde jazz scene, known for her innovative piano techniques and compositional style.
- Stylistic neighbors
- Cassandra Wilson· Mary Halvorson· Jason Moran
Tracklist
Best experienced from track one — press play and let it unfold.
- 1 Bound Unbound 5:13
- 2 Crush 15:42
- 3 Changes I & II 8:37
- 4 Drawing in the Dark 8:40
- 5 The Large Ends the Way 24:40
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