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Extended Play: Live at Birdland

Dave Holland

134 min · 9 tracks · jazz

A captivating blend of intricate rhythms and improvisational flair that showcases Holland's virtuosic bass playing.

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wave-like pacing with dynamic shifts immersive two-half listening experience intricate rhythms for attentive listeners
Context
By the time 'Extended Play: Live at Birdland' was released in 2010, Dave Holland had already established himself as a prominent figure in jazz, with decades of influential work. This album comes after his explorative studio projects and captures the dynamic energy of his live performances, consolidating his reputation as a masterful bandleader and composer.
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Extended Play: Live at Birdland is an album by Dave Holland. A captivating blend of intricate rhythms and improvisational flair that showcases Holland's virtuosic bass playing. This album is notable for its critical reception, exemplifying Holland's ability to merge complex harmonies with compelling improvisation. It received acclaim from jazz critics and showcased Holland's unique approach to ensemble playing, influencing contemporary jazz artists seeking to blend structure with spontaneity. Here's what makes it worth your time and what to listen to next.

Frequently Asked Questions

What does Extended Play: Live at Birdland sound like?

A captivating blend of intricate rhythms and improvisational flair that showcases Holland's virtuosic bass playing. Rooted in jazz.

What makes Extended Play: Live at Birdland by Dave Holland notable?

This album is notable for its critical reception, exemplifying Holland's ability to merge complex harmonies with compelling improvisation. It received acclaim from jazz critics and showcased Holland's unique approach to ensemble playing, influencing contemporary jazz artists seeking to blend structure with spontaneity. By the time 'Extended Play: Live at Birdland' was released in 2010, Dave Holland had already established himself as a prominent figure in jazz, with decades of influential work. This album comes after his explorative studio projects and captures the dynamic energy of his live performances, consolidating his reputation as a masterful bandleader and composer.

Who is Extended Play: Live at Birdland for?

Extended Play: Live at Birdland works well if you're into wave-like pacing with dynamic shifts, immersive two-half listening experience and intricate rhythms for attentive listeners.

How many songs are on Extended Play: Live at Birdland?

Extended Play: Live at Birdland has 9 tracks, running approximately 134 minutes.

Tracklist

9 tracks·134:56

Best experienced from track one — press play and let it unfold.

Disc 1

  • 1 The Balance Standout 21:02
  • 2 High Wire Standout 15:21
  • 3 Jugglers Parade 18:27
  • 4 Make Believe 6:44
  • 5 Free for All Standout 10:18

Disc 2

  • 1 Claressence 17:22
  • 2 Prime Directive 13:00
  • 3 Bedouin Trail 12:27
  • 4 Metamorphos 20:10

Genre

jazz

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Artist Origin

United Kingdom

Runtime

134 min 56 sec