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Vision Quest

Nicole Mitchell · 2001

73 min · 13 tracks · jazz

A transformative blend of free jazz and spiritual exploration, weaving intricate melodies with experimental textures.

Is this for you?

Good fit if you like

  • wave-like pacing with resolution
  • transformative spiritual exploration
  • intricate melodies for deep listening
  • engaging narrative through sound
  • for reflective solitude

Maybe skip if you want

  • seeking instant gratification
  • prefer standalone tracks only

Where this album fits

Career context
In 2001, Nicole Mitchell was emerging as a prominent voice in the avant-garde jazz scene. 'Vision Quest' marked her debut on the Delmark label, following her early work that established her as a skilled flutist and composer. This album showcases her growing artistic vision and commitment to pushing jazz boundaries.

Tracklist

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

  • 1 Sanctuary: Aaya Rainbow 7:13
  • 2 Vision Quest: Part One: Seeking Enlightenment 6:03
  • 3 Vision Quest: Part Two: Journey of Discovery, Part Three: The Unknown 4:08
  • 4 Episodes of an Obscure Life: Episode One 3:54
  • 5 Episodes of an Obscure Life: Episode Two, Episode Three 3:09
  • 6 Daddy Gone 6:25
  • 7 Bird of Desire 0:23
  • 8 Sweet Tooth 3:12
  • 9 Off the Clock 5:34
  • 10 For the Brave 2:27
  • 11 On the Nile 15:42
  • 12 Tale of Youth's Adventures 6:33
  • 13 The Bath 8:43

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