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World Spirituality Classics 1: The Ecstatic Music of Alice Coltrane Turiyasangitananda

Alice Coltrane · 2017

62 min · 8 tracks · jazz

Transcendent spiritual jazz weaves together lush harmonies and meditative chants, inviting listeners into a realm of inner exploration.

Why this album works

This album is significant for its revival of Alice Coltrane’s work, bringing attention to her contributions to spiritual jazz and influencing a new generation of musicians. It was well-received by critics and featured prominently in discussions about the intersection of spirituality and music.
Career context
Released posthumously in 2017, this collection showcases Alice Coltrane's deep spiritual evolution during her later years. It highlights her transition from avant-garde jazz artist to a spiritual guide, offering a glimpse into her life after the passing of her husband, John Coltrane.
Stylistic neighbors
Sun Ra· Charles Mingus· Miles Davis

Tracklist

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

  • 1 Om Rama 9:39
  • 2 Om Shanti Standout 6:52
  • 3 Rama Rama Standout 7:35
  • 4 Rama Guru 5:52
  • 5 Hari Narayan 4:38
  • 6 Journey to Satchidananda Standout 10:53
  • 7 Er Ra 5:00
  • 8 Keshava Murahara 11:40

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