The Trance of Seven Colors
Pharoah Sanders · 1994
71 min · 9 tracks · free jazz
Pharoah Sanders weaves intricate spiritual jazz landscapes with meditative rhythms and transcendent melodies.
Why this album works
'The Trance of Seven Colors' is notable for its fusion of traditional North African music elements with free jazz, reflecting Sanders' dedication to cross-cultural collaboration. It has been praised for its depth and emotional resonance, contributing to the resurgence of interest in spiritual jazz during the 1990s.
- Career context
- By the time 'The Trance of Seven Colors' was released in 1994, Pharoah Sanders had established himself as a pivotal figure in the jazz world, following his influential works in the 1960s and 1970s. This album arrived over two decades after his seminal album 'Karma' (1969), showcasing his continued evolution and exploration of cultural sounds and spiritual themes.
- Stylistic neighbors
- Christina Aguilera· Diana Ross· Thelonious Monk· Bob Dylan· Aretha Franklin· Barbra Streisand· Prince· Frank Zappa
Tracklist
Best experienced from track one — press play and let it unfold.
- 1 La Allah Dayim Moulenah Standout 11:08
- 2 Bala Moussaka 3:54
- 3 Hamdouchi 9:05
- 4 Peace in Essaouira (for Sonny Sharrock) Standout 7:21
- 5 Boulandi Samawi Standout 13:53
- 6 Moussa Berkiyo / Koubaliy Beriah La’ Foh 4:33
- 7 Salat Anbi 8:17
- 8 Casa Casa Atougra 5:04
- 9 Mahraba 7:46
Reference: Wikipedia · MusicBrainz · Wikidata
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