Workin' with The Miles Davis Quintet
Miles Davis Quintet · 1960
42 min · 8 tracks · jazz
A masterclass in interplay, where each note from the band speaks volumes in a fluid jazz dialogue.
Why this album works
- Best for
- fluid dialogue among musicians steady pacing for focused listening gradual build towards resolution
- Context
- Released in 1960, 'Workin' with The Miles Davis Quintet' is the second album from this iconic ensemble after their breakthrough record 'Miles Ahead'. At this point, the group was solidifying its reputation for innovative jazz, showcasing a blend of intricate arrangements and improvisational prowess.
- If you like
- jazz
Workin' with The Miles Davis Quintet is an album by Miles Davis Quintet, released in 1960. A masterclass in interplay, where each note from the band speaks volumes in a fluid jazz dialogue. This album is notable for its critical acclaim and significant impact on the hard bop movement, reinforcing the quintet's status as pioneers in modern jazz. The track 'Four' became a standard, embodying the quintet's unique sound and influence on subsequent jazz musicians. Here's what makes it worth your time and what to listen to next.
Frequently Asked Questions
What does Workin' with The Miles Davis Quintet sound like?
A masterclass in interplay, where each note from the band speaks volumes in a fluid jazz dialogue. Rooted in jazz.
What makes Workin' with The Miles Davis Quintet by Miles Davis Quintet notable?
This album is notable for its critical acclaim and significant impact on the hard bop movement, reinforcing the quintet's status as pioneers in modern jazz. The track 'Four' became a standard, embodying the quintet's unique sound and influence on subsequent jazz musicians. Released in 1960, 'Workin' with The Miles Davis Quintet' is the second album from this iconic ensemble after their breakthrough record 'Miles Ahead'. At this point, the group was solidifying its reputation for innovative jazz, showcasing a blend of intricate arrangements and improvisational prowess.
Who is Workin' with The Miles Davis Quintet for?
Workin' with The Miles Davis Quintet works well if you're into fluid dialogue among musicians, steady pacing for focused listening and gradual build towards resolution.
How many songs are on Workin' with The Miles Davis Quintet?
Workin' with The Miles Davis Quintet has 8 tracks, running approximately 42 minutes.
Tracklist
Best experienced from track one — press play and let it unfold.
- 1 It Never Entered My Mind Standout 5:26
- 2 Four Standout 7:16
- 3 In Your Own Sweet Way 5:46
- 4 The Theme (take 1) 2:00
- 5 Trane's Blues Standout 8:36
- 6 Ahmad's Blues 7:27
- 7 Half Nelson 4:47
- 8 The Theme (take 2) 1:01
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