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The Winter in Lisbon

Dizzy Gillespie

56 min · 11 tracks · bebop · Afro-Cuban jazz

A vibrant blend of Afro-Cuban rhythms and bebop intricacies, painting a musical portrait of Lisbon's allure.

Is this for you?

Good fit if you like

  • vibrant rhythms for lively gatherings
  • evocative themes for reflective moments
  • dynamic interplay across varied tracks
  • cascading melodies inviting movement
  • satisfying transitions between pieces

Maybe skip if you want

  • prefer straightforward, single-focused albums
  • seek instant gratification in music

Where this album fits

Career context
Released in 1968, 'The Winter in Lisbon' was a significant moment in Dizzy Gillespie's career as he continued to innovate within jazz. This album followed his acclaimed work in the 1960s, showcasing his ability to fuse diverse musical styles while maintaining his distinctive trumpet sound. It marked a period where Gillespie was exploring new cultural influences and expanding the jazz language.

Tracklist

Best experienced from track one — press play and let it unfold.

  • 1 Opening Theme 3:28
  • 2 San Sebastian 5:55
  • 3 Lucretia's Theme 3:38
  • 4 Magic Summer (vocal: Leola Jiles) 5:26
  • 5 Isthmus 8:12
  • 6 Magic Summer (orchestral version) 2:30
  • 7 Lisbon 6:09
  • 8 Magic Summer (piano version) 4:59
  • 9 Burma 8:08
  • 10 Bill's Song 2:17
  • 11 Final Theme 5:48

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