Dave Brubeck's "Brubeck: Nocturnes" is a captivating journey through the world of cool jazz, released on August 29, 2006, under the Naxos label. This album showcases Brubeck's exceptional compositional skills and his unique ability to blend classical and jazz elements seamlessly. The collection features 24 nocturnes, each offering a distinct mood and atmosphere, from the serene "Blue Lake Tahoe" to the rhythmic "Upstage Rhumba" and the introspective "Memories of a Viennese Park." Performed by the talented John Salmon, these pieces highlight Brubeck's innovative use of unusual time signatures and his signature piano style. With a duration of 55 minutes, "Brubeck: Nocturnes" is a compelling exploration of Brubeck's musical genius, making it a standout addition to any jazz enthusiast's collection.
2006 Naxos2006 Naxos
Tracks
Nocturnes: No. 1, Blue Lake TahoeDave Brubeck, John Salmon
Nocturnes: No. 2, Looking at a RainbowDave Brubeck, John Salmon
Nocturnes: No. 3, Nostalgia de MexicoDave Brubeck, John Salmon
Nocturnes: No. 4, Strange MeadowlarkDave Brubeck, John Salmon
Nocturnes: No. 5, RecuerdoDave Brubeck, John Salmon
Nocturnes: No. 6, Softly, William, SoftlyDave Brubeck, John Salmon
Nocturnes: No. 7, Study in FourthsDave Brubeck, John Salmon
Nocturnes: No. 8, ChoraleDave Brubeck, John Salmon
Nocturnes: No. 9, Upstage RhumbaDave Brubeck, John Salmon
Nocturnes: No. 10, BluetteDave Brubeck, John Salmon
Nocturnes: No. 11, Quiet as the MoonDave Brubeck, John Salmon
Nocturnes: No. 12, Lost WaltzDave Brubeck, John Salmon
Nocturnes: No. 13, The Desert and the Parched LandDave Brubeck, John Salmon
Nocturnes: No. 14, Five for Ten Small FingersDave Brubeck, John Salmon
Nocturnes: No. 15, SoaringDave Brubeck, John Salmon
Nocturnes: No. 16, LullabyDave Brubeck, John Salmon
Nocturnes: No. 17, Home Without IolaDave Brubeck, John Salmon
A Girl Named Oli: (I Still am in Love with) a Girl Named OliDave Brubeck, John Salmon
Nocturnes: No. 18, Joshua RedmanDave Brubeck, John Salmon
Nocturnes: No. 19, AudreyDave Brubeck, John Salmon
Nocturnes: No. 20, Memories of a Viennese ParkDave Brubeck, John Salmon
Nocturnes: No. 21, Koto SongDave Brubeck, John Salmon
Mr. FatsDave Brubeck, John Salmon
Nocturnes: No. 22, A Misty MorningDave Brubeck, John Salmon
Nocturnes: No. 23, I See, SatieDave Brubeck, John Salmon
Nocturnes: No. 24, Going to SleepDave Brubeck, John Salmon
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