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Village of the Pharoahs

Pharoah Sanders · 1973

38 min · 7 tracks · free jazz

A transcendent blend of spiritual jazz and avant-garde exploration that evokes deep emotional landscapes.

Is this for you?

Good fit if you like

  • gradual builds and payoffs
  • long, immersive listening sessions
  • dynamic emotional journeys
  • atmospheric background focus

Where this album fits

Career context
By the time 'Village of the Pharoahs' was released in 1973, Pharoah Sanders had established himself as a leading figure in free jazz, following his breakthrough with 'Karma' in 1969. This album marked a continuation of his exploration into spiritual themes and complex improvisations, building on the lush soundscapes he pioneered in previous projects.
Stylistic neighbors
Alice Coltrane· Sun Ra· John Coltrane

Tracklist

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

  • 1 Village of the Pharoahs, Part One 7:14
  • 2 Village of the Pharoahs, Part Two 4:57
  • 3 Village of the Pharoahs, Part Three 4:51
  • 4 Myth 1:47
  • 5 Mansion Worlds 9:14
  • 6 Memories of Lee Morgan 5:38
  • 7 Went Like It Came 5:08

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