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World Sinfonia

Al Di Meola · 1991

63 min · 10 tracks · jazz fusion

A vibrant fusion of jazz and world music, interwoven with intricate guitar melodies and rhythmic complexity.

Is this for you?

Good fit if you like

  • dynamic exploration of musical themes
  • wave-like pacing with varied intensity
  • intricate guitar melodies for detail
  • immersive listening for focused moments

Maybe skip if you want

  • seeking instant gratification
  • prefer standalone tracks only

Where this album fits

Career context
Released in 1991, 'World Sinfonia' marked Al Di Meola's transition into a more global sound, following his successful career as a jazz fusion guitarist. This album came after his noteworthy work with the group Return to Forever and established him as a solo artist blending diverse musical influences.
Stylistic neighbors
John McLaughlin· Pat Metheny· Chick Corea

Tracklist

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

  • 1 Perpetual Emotion 3:32
  • 2 Orient Blue 2:58
  • 3 Tango Suite, Part I 8:48
  • 4 Tango Suite, Part III 8:50
  • 5 Falling Grace 4:22
  • 6 Last Tango for Astor 6:20
  • 7 No Mystery 12:37
  • 8 Lustrine 9:11
  • 9 Little Cathedral 1:45
  • 10 La Cathedral 4:37

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