Spirits
Keith Jarrett · 1986
111 min · 26 tracks · jazz
A transcendent exploration of improvisation, blending ethereal melodies with spontaneous jazz narratives.
Why listen to this
- Best for
- wave-like pacing with ebb flow transcendent improvisation for deep focus dynamic exploration of emotional themes
- Context
- Released in 1986, 'Spirits' marked a period of creative expansion for Keith Jarrett, following his critically acclaimed 'Standards Vol. 1' from 1983. This album represents Jarrett's continued exploration of solo improvisation, showcasing his ability to weave complex narratives and emotions through minimalist motifs while establishing a distinctive sound apart from traditional jazz forms.
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- jazz
Spirits is an album by Keith Jarrett, released in 1986. A transcendent exploration of improvisation, blending ethereal melodies with spontaneous jazz narratives. 'Spirits' is notable for its unique approach to jazz improvisation, with a departure from conventional structures that resonated within the genre. The album received positive acclaim, contributing to Jarrett's reputation as one of the foremost improvisational pianists and influencing subsequent generations of jazz musicians seeking to push the boundaries of the genre. Here's what makes it worth your time and what to listen to next.
Frequently Asked Questions
What does Spirits sound like?
A transcendent exploration of improvisation, blending ethereal melodies with spontaneous jazz narratives. Rooted in jazz.
What makes Spirits by Keith Jarrett notable?
'Spirits' is notable for its unique approach to jazz improvisation, with a departure from conventional structures that resonated within the genre. The album received positive acclaim, contributing to Jarrett's reputation as one of the foremost improvisational pianists and influencing subsequent generations of jazz musicians seeking to push the boundaries of the genre. Released in 1986, 'Spirits' marked a period of creative expansion for Keith Jarrett, following his critically acclaimed 'Standards Vol. 1' from 1983. This album represents Jarrett's continued exploration of solo improvisation, showcasing his ability to weave complex narratives and emotions through minimalist motifs while establishing a distinctive sound apart from traditional jazz forms.
Who is Spirits for?
Spirits works well if you're into wave-like pacing with ebb flow, transcendent improvisation for deep focus and dynamic exploration of emotional themes.
How many songs are on Spirits?
Spirits has 26 tracks, running approximately 111 minutes.
Tracklist
Best experienced from track one — press play and let it unfold.
Disc 1
- 1 Spirits 1 Standout 5:10
- 2 Spirits 2 1:38
- 3 Spirits 3 8:06
- 4 Spirits 4 Standout 5:59
- 5 Spirits 5 4:10
- 6 Spirits 6 2:00
- 7 Spirits 7 7:12
- 8 Spirits 8 4:52
- 9 Spirits 9 5:15
- 10 Spirits 10 3:27
- 11 Spirits 11 2:39
- 12 Spirits 12 4:48
Disc 2
- 1 Spirits 13 5:11
- 2 Spirits 14 3:08
- 3 Spirits 15 2:29
- 4 Spirits 16 2:14
- 5 Spirits 17 2:57
- 6 Spirits 18 Standout 6:20
- 7 Spirits 19 4:53
- 8 Spirits 20 5:15
- 9 Spirits 21 4:23
- 10 Spirits 22 3:10
- 11 Spirits 23 4:06
- 12 Spirits 24 3:02
- 13 Spirits 25 2:21
- 14 Spirits 26 6:13
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