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Tauhid

Pharoah Sanders · 1967

34 min · 3 tracks · free jazz

A transcendent blend of free jazz improvisation and spiritual themes that reaches cosmic heights.

Tauhid is an album by Pharoah Sanders, released in 1967. A transcendent blend of free jazz improvisation and spiritual themes that reaches cosmic heights. 'Tauhid' is celebrated for its innovative approach to jazz, receiving critical acclaim for its complex structures and emotional depth. The album's influence on subsequent generations of jazz musicians is significant, particularly within the realms of spiritual jazz and avant-garde expressions. Here's what makes it worth your time and what to listen to next.

Frequently Asked Questions

What does Tauhid sound like?

A transcendent blend of free jazz improvisation and spiritual themes that reaches cosmic heights. Rooted in free jazz.

What makes Tauhid by Pharoah Sanders notable?

'Tauhid' is celebrated for its innovative approach to jazz, receiving critical acclaim for its complex structures and emotional depth. The album's influence on subsequent generations of jazz musicians is significant, particularly within the realms of spiritual jazz and avant-garde expressions. By 1967, Pharoah Sanders was emerging as a pivotal figure in the avant-garde jazz scene, following his notable collaborations with John Coltrane. 'Tauhid' marked his third album, showcasing his deepening exploration of spirituality through music and cementing his status as a leading voice in free jazz.

How many songs are on Tauhid?

Tauhid has 3 tracks, running approximately 34 minutes.

Tracklist

3 tracks·34:27

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

  • 1 Upper Egypt & Lower Egypt Standout 16:15
  • 2 Japan Standout 3:24
  • 3 Aum / Venus / Capricorn Rising Standout 14:47

Release Date

October 1, 1967

Genre

free jazz

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Artist Origin

United States

Runtime

34 min 27 sec