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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.

Is this for you?

Good fit if you like

  • fluid dialogue among musicians
  • steady pacing for focused listening
  • gradual build towards resolution
  • intimate moments of interplay

Maybe skip if you want

  • prefer fast-paced excitement
  • want standalone hit tracks

Where this album fits

Career 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.
Stylistic neighbors
Sun Ra· Charles Mingus· Miles Davis

Tracklist

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

  • 1 It Never Entered My Mind 5:26
  • 2 Four 7:16
  • 3 In Your Own Sweet Way 5:46
  • 4 The Theme (take 1) 2:00
  • 5 Trane's Blues 8:36
  • 6 Ahmad's Blues 7:27
  • 7 Half Nelson 4:47
  • 8 The Theme (take 2) 1:01

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