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Flute Fraternity

Herbie Mann · 1957

32 min · 8 tracks · jazz fusion · disco · bossa nova

A vibrant tapestry of jazz melodies woven with Herbie Mann's signature flute, rich in rhythmic diversity.

Flute Fraternity is an album by Herbie Mann, released in 1957. A vibrant tapestry of jazz melodies woven with Herbie Mann's signature flute, rich in rhythmic diversity. This album helped to popularize the flute as a lead instrument in jazz and showcased Mann’s unique style that blended various genres. It received positive reviews for its refreshing take on standard jazz forms and contributed to Mann's reputation as a pioneering figure in jazz fusion. Here's what makes it worth your time and what to listen to next.

Frequently Asked Questions

What does Flute Fraternity sound like?

A vibrant tapestry of jazz melodies woven with Herbie Mann's signature flute, rich in rhythmic diversity. Rooted in jazz fusion and disco.

What makes Flute Fraternity by Herbie Mann notable?

This album helped to popularize the flute as a lead instrument in jazz and showcased Mann’s unique style that blended various genres. It received positive reviews for its refreshing take on standard jazz forms and contributed to Mann's reputation as a pioneering figure in jazz fusion. Released in 1957, 'Flute Fraternity' was Herbie Mann's fourth album, marking his transition from traditional jazz to a more innovative blend incorporating world music influences. This album followed the success of 'The Jazz Flute', which established Mann as a prominent flutist in the jazz scene.

How many songs are on Flute Fraternity?

Flute Fraternity has 8 tracks, running approximately 32 minutes.

Tracklist

8 tracks·32:14

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

  • 1 Herbie's Buddy Standout 4:08
  • 2 Perdido Standout 4:13
  • 3 Baubles, Bangles and Beads Standout 4:20
  • 4 Give a Little Whistle 3:35
  • 5 Here's Pete 2:40
  • 6 Theme From "Theme From" 6:44
  • 7 Nancy With the Laughing Face 3:57
  • 8 Morning After 2:37

Release Date

January 1, 1957

Genre

bossa nova, disco, jazz fusion

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Artist Origin

United States

Runtime

32 min 14 sec