Sax Pax for a Sax
Moondog · 1994
54 min · 21 tracks · avant-garde jazz · minimalist music · outsider music
A whimsical blend of avant-garde jazz and minimalist compositions that invites playful experimentation.
Why listen to this
- Best for
- dynamic emotional journeys whimsical, playful exploration short, engaging listening sessions
- Context
- Released in 1994, 'Sax Pax for a Sax' came during Moondog's later career, following a resurgence that began in the late 1980s. This album reflected his continued exploration of unconventional rhythms and melodies after years of relative obscurity. His unique style was being recognized once again by new audiences, solidifying his status as an influential figure in experimental music.
- If you like
- avant-garde jazz, minimalist music, outsider music
Sax Pax for a Sax is an album by Moondog, released in 1994. A whimsical blend of avant-garde jazz and minimalist compositions that invites playful experimentation. This album is significant for its role in reintroducing Moondog to a broader audience, showcasing his innovative approach to composition. It received positive critical reception, contributing to the revival of interest in outsider music and avant-garde jazz during the 1990s. Additionally, it influenced subsequent generations of musicians seeking to push the boundaries of jazz and minimalist forms. Here's what makes it worth your time and what to listen to next.
Frequently Asked Questions
What does Sax Pax for a Sax sound like?
A whimsical blend of avant-garde jazz and minimalist compositions that invites playful experimentation. Rooted in avant-garde jazz and minimalist music.
What makes Sax Pax for a Sax by Moondog notable?
This album is significant for its role in reintroducing Moondog to a broader audience, showcasing his innovative approach to composition. It received positive critical reception, contributing to the revival of interest in outsider music and avant-garde jazz during the 1990s. Additionally, it influenced subsequent generations of musicians seeking to push the boundaries of jazz and minimalist forms. Released in 1994, 'Sax Pax for a Sax' came during Moondog's later career, following a resurgence that began in the late 1980s. This album reflected his continued exploration of unconventional rhythms and melodies after years of relative obscurity. His unique style was being recognized once again by new audiences, solidifying his status as an influential figure in experimental music.
Who is Sax Pax for a Sax for?
Sax Pax for a Sax works well if you're into dynamic emotional journeys, whimsical, playful exploration and short, engaging listening sessions.
How many songs are on Sax Pax for a Sax?
Sax Pax for a Sax has 21 tracks, running approximately 54 minutes.
Tracklist
Best experienced from track one — press play and let it unfold.
- 1 Dog Trot 2:27
- 2 Paris 3:27
- 3 Bird's Lament Standout 2:03
- 4 Sandalwood 2:10
- 5 Tout Suite No. 1 in F Major: 1. Mov. 3:01
- 6 Tout Suite No. 1 in F Major: 2. Mov. 3:13
- 7 Tout Suite No. 1 in F Major: 3. Mov. 2:52
- 8 D for Danny 1:42
- 9 New Amsterdam Standout 6:25
- 10 Sea Horse (piano) 1:18
- 11 Fiesta (piano) 1:36
- 12 Novette No. 1 In D Flat Major: 1. Mov. 1:40
- 13 Novette No. 1 In D Flat Major: 2. Mov. 2:01
- 14 Novette No. 1 in D Flat Major: 3. Mov. 1:42
- 15 Single Foot 1:52
- 16 Mother's Whistler 2:15
- 17 Present for the Prez. 2:35
- 18 Shakespeare City 4:05
- 19 EEC Suite: Golden Fleece 3:00
- 20 Eec Suite: Hymn to Peace Standout 1:36
- 21 EEC Suite: EEC Lied 2:53
Release Date
January 1, 1994
Artist Origin
United States
Runtime
54 min 1 sec
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