Birdland 1951
Miles Davis · 2004
67 min · 10 tracks · jazz fusion · bebop · hard bop
A vibrant tapestry of improvisation showcasing the early brilliance of jazz legends in an iconic New York club setting.
Why listen to this
- Best for
- vibrant improvisation with energy ideal for late-night listening captivating club atmosphere immersion
- Context
- Released in 2004, 'Birdland 1951' serves as a posthumous collection celebrating Miles Davis's formative years during the bebop revolution. At this time, Davis had already established himself as a leading figure in jazz with his previous works, yet this album highlights a pivotal live performance that captures his evolving sound and artistry.
- If you like
- jazz fusion, bebop, hard bop
Birdland 1951 is an album by Miles Davis, released in 2004. A vibrant tapestry of improvisation showcasing the early brilliance of jazz legends in an iconic New York club setting. This album is significant for its historical documentation of a live performance at Birdland, one of jazz's most famous venues. The recordings showcase not only Davis's innovative trumpet playing but also feature prominent musicians of the era like John Coltrane and Max Roach, influencing generations of jazz artists and solidifying the importance of live performance recordings in jazz history. Here's what makes it worth your time and what to listen to next.
Frequently Asked Questions
What does Birdland 1951 sound like?
A vibrant tapestry of improvisation showcasing the early brilliance of jazz legends in an iconic New York club setting. Rooted in jazz fusion and bebop.
What makes Birdland 1951 by Miles Davis notable?
This album is significant for its historical documentation of a live performance at Birdland, one of jazz's most famous venues. The recordings showcase not only Davis's innovative trumpet playing but also feature prominent musicians of the era like John Coltrane and Max Roach, influencing generations of jazz artists and solidifying the importance of live performance recordings in jazz history. Released in 2004, 'Birdland 1951' serves as a posthumous collection celebrating Miles Davis's formative years during the bebop revolution. At this time, Davis had already established himself as a leading figure in jazz with his previous works, yet this album highlights a pivotal live performance that captures his evolving sound and artistry.
Who is Birdland 1951 for?
Birdland 1951 works well if you're into vibrant improvisation with energy, ideal for late-night listening and captivating club atmosphere immersion.
How many songs are on Birdland 1951?
Birdland 1951 has 10 tracks, running approximately 67 minutes.
Tracklist
Best experienced from track one — press play and let it unfold.
- 1 Move Standout 6:13
- 2 Half Nelson Standout 7:34
- 3 Down 7:14
- 4 Out of the Blue 5:54
- 5 Half Nelson Standout 7:42
- 6 Tempus Fugit 6:44
- 7 Move Standout 5:44
- 8 Move Standout 6:22
- 9 The Squirrel 8:38
- 10 Lady Bird Standout 5:30
Release Date
January 1, 2004
Artist Origin
United States
Runtime
67 min 39 sec
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