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Cecil Taylor - Air (LP)

Name: Cecil Taylor - Air (LP)
Brand: Cecil Taylor
SKU: 0oT6Znc5fi5EiCdGyBCKDY
Rating: 5 (2 reviews)

Cecil Taylor

LP
1 piece(s)
1990
6 tracks
1 uur, 4 min
free jazz

Air

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Product description

Cecil Taylor's "Air" is a captivating journey into the world of free jazz and avant-garde, recorded in 1960 but released in 1990 under the Candid label. This album is a testament to Taylor's bold improvisational skills and his ability to blend lyrical and bluesy elements with the raw energy of hard bop. Featuring six tracks, including multiple takes of "Number One" and "Air," the album spans a total duration of one hour and four minutes, offering a rich and immersive experience. Taylor's collaboration with saxophonist Archie Shepp adds a dynamic layer to the music, showcasing the spontaneity and creativity that define this era of his work. "Air" is not just an album; it's a snapshot of a pivotal moment in jazz history, capturing the essence of Cecil Taylor's innovative spirit and his enduring influence on the genre.

This LP was released in 1978.

Tracks

Number One - Take 1Cecil Taylor
12:35
Number One - Take 2Cecil Taylor
8:36
Air - Take 9Cecil Taylor
17:34
Air - Take 21Cecil Taylor
11:24
Air - Take 24Cecil Taylor
10:21
Port of Call - Take 3Cecil Taylor
4:25

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Product specifications

Details

Album: Air
Artist: Cecil Taylor
LP release year: 1978
Album release date: 1 januari 1990
Label: Inner City Records
Available: No

Product information

Format: LP
Quantity: 1 piece(s)
Mono or stereo: Stereo
Duration: 1 uur, 4 min
Tracks: 6 tracks

Other

Limited Edition: No
Country: US
Genre: Free jazz
Box set: No
Remastered: No
Reissue: No

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1992 German CD Version
5 out of 5 stars
46xezfiMay 23, 2025United States🇺🇸
There's an older 1992 German CD version (identical catalog number, same tracks) featuring a distinct back cover design.
Masterful Piano Performance
5 out of 5 stars
ZfissMay 10, 2024United States🇺🇸
Absolutely enchanting. The piano playing is incredibly nimble and agile. It's a bit challenging to get into at first, but once Cecil gets his groove on, he takes off, delivering the most masterful piano performance you've ever encountered. The lines are remarkably smooth and flowing, almost like a self-playing piano reminiscent of Conlon Nancarrow.