Elegiac Cycle
Brad Mehldau · 1999
56 min · 9 tracks · jazz fusion
A contemplative blend of jazz harmonies and classical influences, weaving emotional narratives through improvisation.
Elegiac Cycle is an album by Brad Mehldau, released in 1999. A contemplative blend of jazz harmonies and classical influences, weaving emotional narratives through improvisation. 'Elegiac Cycle' received critical acclaim for its innovative fusion of jazz and classical elements, establishing Mehldau as a distinctive voice in jazz composition. The album's exploration of themes surrounding memory and loss resonated with audiences, influencing subsequent jazz musicians towards more narrative-focused works. Here's what makes it worth your time and what to listen to next.
Frequently Asked Questions
What does Elegiac Cycle sound like?
A contemplative blend of jazz harmonies and classical influences, weaving emotional narratives through improvisation. Rooted in jazz fusion.
What makes Elegiac Cycle by Brad Mehldau notable?
'Elegiac Cycle' received critical acclaim for its innovative fusion of jazz and classical elements, establishing Mehldau as a distinctive voice in jazz composition. The album's exploration of themes surrounding memory and loss resonated with audiences, influencing subsequent jazz musicians towards more narrative-focused works. By the release of 'Elegiac Cycle' in 1999, Brad Mehldau was solidifying his reputation as a leading voice in contemporary jazz. This album followed his breakthrough 1997 record 'Introducing Brad Mehldau', showcasing his evolution into a more introspective and complex composer.
How many songs are on Elegiac Cycle?
Elegiac Cycle has 9 tracks, running approximately 56 minutes.
Tracklist
Best experienced from track one — press play and let it unfold.
- 1 Bard 2:45
- 2 Resignation 5:34
- 3 Memory's Tricks Standout 9:17
- 4 Elegy for William Burroughs and Allen Ginsberg Standout 4:42
- 5 Lament for Linus 1:27
- 6 Trailer Park Ghost 9:19
- 7 Goodbye Storyteller (for Fred Myrow) Standout 10:27
- 8 Rückblick 8:56
- 9 The Bard Returns 4:16
Release Date
January 1, 1999
Artist Origin
United States
Runtime
56 min 48 sec
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