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Winter in Venice

Esbjörn Svensson Trio · 1997

62 min · 13 tracks · jazz

A meditative blend of intricate melodies and improvisational flourishes, capturing the essence of Scandinavian jazz.

Is this for you?

Good fit if you like

  • long, immersive listening sessions
  • meditative background ambiance
  • dynamic emotional journeys
  • gradual builds and payoffs

Where this album fits

Career context
Released in 1997, 'Winter in Venice' was the third album by the Esbjörn Svensson Trio, marking their emergence as a significant force in modern jazz. Prior to this album, their 1996 release 'From Gagarin's Point of View' established their unique sound and garnered attention within the jazz community, setting the stage for their continued evolution.
Stylistic neighbors
Brad Mehldau· Tord Gustavsen· Hiatus Kaiyote

Tracklist

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

  • 1 Calling Home 5:01
  • 2 Winter in Venice 5:27
  • 3 At Saturday 6:14
  • 4 Semblance Suite in Three or Four Movements: Part I 6:00
  • 5 Semblance Suite in Three or Four Movements: Part II 3:43
  • 6 Semblance Suite in Three or Four Movements: Part III 3:50
  • 7 Semblance Suite in Three or Four Movements: Part IV 6:01
  • 8 Don't Cuddle That Crazy Cat 2:38
  • 9 Damned Back Blues 4:16
  • 10 In the Fall of Things 5:49
  • 11 As the Crow Flies 5:32
  • 12 The Second Page 5:05
  • 13 Herkules Jonssons Låt 3:16

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