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    The Shape of Jazz To Come

    Ornette ColemanOrnette Coleman
    • 1959
    • 6 tracks
    • 38 min
    The Shape of Jazz To Come - Ornette Coleman

    Album Description

    Released on 1 January 1959, Ornette Coleman's seminal album, The Shape of Jazz To Come, is a groundbreaking masterpiece that redefined the boundaries of jazz. This 38-minute journey through the realms of free jazz, avant-garde, hard bop, and bebop is a testament to Coleman's innovative spirit and creative genius.

    The album's tracklist, featuring iconic pieces such as 'Lonely Woman', 'Eventually', 'Peace', 'Focus on Sanity', 'Congeniality', and 'Chronology', showcases Coleman's unique approach to composition and improvisation. Recorded in mono, these tracks exude a raw, unbridled energy that continues to inspire and influence generations of musicians.

    With its release on Rhino Atlantic, The Shape of Jazz To Come marked a pivotal moment in the evolution of jazz, pushing the genre into uncharted territories and cementing Ornette Coleman's status as a visionary pioneer. This album is an essential listening experience for anyone interested in exploring the cutting edge of jazz, and its impact can still be felt today.

    © 1959 Atlantic Records℗ 1959 Atlantic Records. Marketed by Rhino Entertainment Company, a Warner Music Group Company.

    Tracks

    1. Lonely Woman - MonoOrnette Coleman
    2. Eventually - MonoOrnette Coleman
    3. Peace - MonoOrnette Coleman
    4. Focus on Sanity - MonoOrnette Coleman
    5. Congeniality - MonoOrnette Coleman
    6. Chronology - MonoOrnette Coleman
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    About Ornette Coleman

    Ornette Coleman, born in Fort Worth, Texas, in 1930, was a revolutionary figure in the world of jazz, renowned for his role as a founding father of the free jazz movement. A multi-instrumentalist proficient in saxophone, trumpet, and violin, Coleman's innovative approach to composition and improvisation challenged the conventions of traditional jazz. His groundbreaking 1960 album "Free Jazz: A Collective Improvisation" epitomized his experimental style, which often eschewed conventional harmony and tonality in favor of spontaneous ensemble playing and blues-infused phrasing. Coleman's career spanned the golden age of jazz and the American avant-garde, making him a beloved yet polarizing figure. His bold innovations have left an indelible mark on the genre, inspiring generations of musicians and earning him a place among the most influential artists in jazz history.

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