What makes Tippin' by Jim Snidero notable?

Tippin' received positive critical reception, with particular praise for its refreshing takes on jazz standards and original compositions. The album helped solidify Snidero's reputation in the jazz community, reflecting a growing trend towards blending traditional jazz elements with innovative structures. Released in 2007, Tippin' is Jim Snidero's fifth studio album, following his previous work, 2003's The Art of the Soprano. At this point in his career, Snidero was establishing himself as a prominent voice in contemporary jazz, known for his lyrical saxophone playing and engaging compositions.

How many songs are on Tippin'?

Tippin' has 9 tracks, running approximately 51 minutes.

Tippin'

Jim Snidero · 2007

51 min · 9 tracks · jazz

An intricate blend of modern jazz textures and classic standards, showcasing vibrant improvisation and emotive melodies.

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Top tracks — play these first

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Tippin' — The opening track sets the tone for the album with its energetic rhythm and showcases Snidero's deft saxophone work while inviting listeners into his jazz world.
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Let's Be Frank (dedicated to Frank Wess) — This tribute combines nostalgia with fresh interpretation, highlighting Snidero's ability to honor jazz legends while crafting his unique sound.
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Alone Together — The emotional depth of this piece shines through its intricate harmonies and poignant solos, exemplifying the album's reflective moments.

Elevation

Our rating, out of 100 — and why.

AI-generated from five scored dimensions. An opinion, not a measurement.

Instrumental

50 /100

Foothills

Higher than 23% of albums we've rated

The album blends standards and originals with strong improvisation but lacks a cohesive narrative throughout.

What we noticed

Tracks like 'Tippin'' and 'K2' highlight intricate interplay between the saxophone and rhythm section, creating dynamic shifts in energy.
The running time of each piece varies, with some tracks extending into longer improvisational passages that explore themes more deeply.

Composition 25% of the score: 6/10
Craft 20% of the score: 7/10
Durability 25% of the score: 6/10
Distinctiveness 18% of the score: 6/10
Sequencing 12% of the score: 5/10

Influence 2/10

Little footprint beyond its audience. Reported but not counted — how far a record travelled describes its reception rather than the record, and a newer release has had less time to travel than an older one.

Tracklist

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

1 Tippin' 5:13
2 Let's Be Frank (dedicated to Frank Wess) 5:38
3 Young Like 6:35
4 The More I See You 5:42
5 Lover Man Oh Where Can You Be? 5:25
6 You Stepped Out of a Dream 4:26
7 K2 6:29
8 Alone Together 6:58
9 Fried Oysters 5:08

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