The Woodstock Concert (1995)
Marilyn Crispell · 1996
57 min · 6 tracks · jazz
A meditative exploration of sound, merging intricate piano work with free improvisation and atmospheric textures.
Why this album works
The album is notable for its live recording during the 1995 Woodstock Jazz Festival, highlighting Crispell's improvisational prowess. It received attention for its innovative blend of structure and spontaneity, contributing to the revitalization of interest in live jazz performances in the mid-1990s.
- Best for
- meditative sound explorations wave-like pacing invites reflection immersive dynamic journey
- Context
- When 'The Woodstock Concert' was released in 1996, Marilyn Crispell was emerging as a significant voice in avant-garde jazz. This album followed her acclaimed recordings in the early '90s, showcasing her unique approach to improvisation and composition during a period of growing recognition in the jazz community.
- Stylistic neighbors
- Diana Ross· Madonna· Prince· Christina Aguilera· Chicago· Frank Zappa· Bob Dylan· Barbra Streisand
Tracklist
Best experienced from track one — press play and let it unfold.
- 1 Await Standout 8:31
- 2 In Lingering Air 7:39
- 3 How Not to Anaesthetize Desire - Time Remembered Standout 11:11
- 4 Gesture Without Plot 5:37
- 5 Nonetheless - Morning Pulses - Tune for Charlie - Apart Standout 22:50
- 6 Empty Sirens 1:38
Reference: Wikipedia · MusicBrainz · Wikidata
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