The best Ted Curson albums
15 records, ordered by how much they reward a first listen — not by chart position.
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Plenty of Horn
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1
Snake Johnson
1981
An experimental fusion of bebop rhythms and avant-garde improvisation, challenging traditional jazz boundaries with playful spontaneity.
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The New Thing & the Blue Thing
1965
A vibrant fusion of avant-garde jazz and hard bop that challenges conventions while showcasing technical mastery and improvisational brilliance.
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Flip Top
1977
A vibrant fusion of avant-garde jazz and hard bop, intertwining intricate melodies with deep emotional resonance.
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4
Ode to Booker Ervin
1970
A vibrant exploration of jazz's avant-garde edges, blending complex rhythms with emotive melodies inspired by the late Booker Ervin.
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5
Ted Curson Plays Fire Down Below
1963
A vibrant tapestry of avant-garde jazz infused with hard bop rhythms and spontaneous improvisation, showcasing a unique artistic voice.
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Plenty of Horn
1961
A vibrant blend of hard bop and avant-garde improvisation that showcases Curson's dynamic trumpet work alongside tight ensemble playing.
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I Heard Mingus
1980
A vibrant tapestry of avant-garde improvisation and intricate melodies that pays homage to the legacy of Charles Mingus.
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Tears for Dolphy
1964
A haunting blend of avant-garde and hard bop, exploring intricate melodies and emotional depth through improvisational brilliance.
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Jubilant Power
1976
A vibrant fusion of avant-garde jazz and bebop, brimming with intricate melodies and dynamic improvisation.
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10
Blue Piccolo
1976
Explorative jazz textures intertwine with intricate rhythms and emotive melodies, creating a landscape of avant-garde expression.
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Pop Wine
1971
A vibrant tapestry of avant-garde jazz, weaving intricate melodies with free-form improvisation and rhythmic complexity.
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12
The Trio
1979
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Quicksand
1974
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Urge
1966
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15
Cattin' Curson
1973