Tirtha
Vijay Iyer · 2011
60 min · 9 tracks · jazz · progressive jazz
A vibrant exploration of rhythm and harmony, blending jazz improvisation with Indian classical influences.
Is this for you?
Good fit if you like
- wave-like pacing that evolves
- immersive exploration of rhythm
- reflective moments of stillness
- dynamic interplay of improvisation
Maybe skip if you want
- seeks immediate gratification
- prefers straightforward song structures
Where this album fits
- Career context
- By 2011, Vijay Iyer had established himself as a prominent figure in modern jazz, with 'Tirtha' being his fifth album. This release followed the critically acclaimed 'Historicity' from 2009, showcasing Iyer's growth as a composer and improviser while deepening his exploration of cultural intersections in music.
- Stylistic neighbors
- Jason Moran· Tigran Hamasyan· Kneebody
Tracklist
Best experienced from track one — press play and let it unfold.
- 1 Duality 5:59
- 2 Tribal Wisdom 11:07
- 3 Tirtha 7:04
- 4 Abundance 7:46
- 5 Falsehood 6:38
- 6 Gauntlet 2:10
- 7 Polytheism 5:43
- 8 Remembrance 6:08
- 9 Entropy and Time 7:56
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