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Winter Nights

Al Di Meola · 1999

51 min · 15 tracks · jazz fusion

A serene blend of jazz-inflected interpretations of seasonal classics wrapped in intricate guitar melodies.

Is this for you?

Good fit if you like

  • serene winter ambiance
  • reflective evening listening
  • intricate melodic explorations
  • gentle, soothing soundscapes

Where this album fits

Career context
By the time 'Winter Nights' was released in January 1999, Al Di Meola was an established figure in jazz fusion, known for his virtuosic guitar work. This album marked a stylistic shift toward more contemplative arrangements, following his exploration of world music and acoustic sounds in previous works like 'The Infinite Desire' (1998).
Stylistic neighbors
John McLaughlin· Pat Metheny· Chick Corea

Tracklist

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

  • 1 Zima 4:09
  • 2 Carol of the Bells 4:13
  • 3 Winterlude Duet No. 1 1:28
  • 4 Greensleeves 2:47
  • 5 Mercy Street 4:55
  • 6 Have Yourself a Merry Little Christmas 4:33
  • 7 Winterlude No. 2 0:51
  • 8 Midwinter Nights 4:52
  • 9 Scarborough Fair 4:36
  • 10 Winterlude No. 3 0:47
  • 11 The First Noel 3:16
  • 12 Inverno 5:40
  • 13 First Snow 2:43
  • 14 Winterlude No. 4 1:32
  • 15 Ave Maria 4:53

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