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The Impulse Years: 1973-1974

Keith Jarrett · 1997

277 min · 29 tracks · jazz

A sprawling exploration of jazz improvisation interwoven with rich, emotive melodies and complex rhythms.

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dynamic exploration of improvisation wave-like pacing with peaks rich emotive melodic journeys
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By the time 'The Impulse Years: 1973-1974' was released in 1997, Keith Jarrett had already established himself as a leading figure in jazz, particularly through his acclaimed solo piano concerts. This compilation highlights a prolific period in his career, showcasing works from his time with Impulse! Records, just before he gained widespread recognition for his improvisational style in the late 1970s.
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The Impulse Years: 1973-1974 is an album by Keith Jarrett, released in 1997. A sprawling exploration of jazz improvisation interwoven with rich, emotive melodies and complex rhythms. This album is significant as it encompasses a pivotal era in Jarrett's career, capturing the essence of his early work that influenced many contemporary jazz musicians. It has been noted for its critical acclaim, illustrating the depth of Jarrett's improvisational prowess during the early '70s, which helped shape modern jazz aesthetics. Here's what makes it worth your time and what to listen to next.

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What makes The Impulse Years: 1973-1974 by Keith Jarrett notable?

This album is significant as it encompasses a pivotal era in Jarrett's career, capturing the essence of his early work that influenced many contemporary jazz musicians. It has been noted for its critical acclaim, illustrating the depth of Jarrett's improvisational prowess during the early '70s, which helped shape modern jazz aesthetics. By the time 'The Impulse Years: 1973-1974' was released in 1997, Keith Jarrett had already established himself as a leading figure in jazz, particularly through his acclaimed solo piano concerts. This compilation highlights a prolific period in his career, showcasing works from his time with Impulse! Records, just before he gained widespread recognition for his improvisational style in the late 1970s.

Who is The Impulse Years: 1973-1974 for?

The Impulse Years: 1973-1974 works well if you're into dynamic exploration of improvisation, wave-like pacing with peaks and rich emotive melodic journeys.

How many songs are on The Impulse Years: 1973-1974?

The Impulse Years: 1973-1974 has 29 tracks, running approximately 277 minutes.

Tracklist

29 tracks·277:24

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Disc 1

  • 1 (If the) Misfits (Wear It) Standout 13:14
  • 2 Fort Yawuh Standout 18:27
  • 3 De Drums 12:10
  • 4 Still Life, Still Life 8:42
  • 5 (If the) Misfits (Wear It) Standout 13:41

Disc 2

  • 1 Whistle Tune 2:58
  • 2 Spoken Introduction 2:49
  • 3 Angles (Without Edges) 14:50
  • 4 Roads Traveled, Roads Veiled 20:36
  • 5 De Drums (excerpt) 7:31
  • 6 Melting the Ice 18:32

Disc 3

  • 1 The Rich (and the Poor) 9:21
  • 2 Blue Streak 2:35
  • 3 Fullsuvollivus (Fools of All of Us) 6:29
  • 4 Treasure Island 4:29
  • 5 Introduction and Yaqui Indian Folk Song 2:17
  • 6 Le Mistral 9:27
  • 7 Angles (Without Edges) 5:19
  • 8 Sister Fortune 4:25
  • 9 Death and the Flower Standout 10:08

Disc 4

  • 1 Death and the Flower Standout 22:49
  • 2 Prayer 10:11
  • 3 Great Bird 8:44
  • 4 Prayer 2:38

Disc 5

  • 1 Inflight 9:07
  • 2 Kuum 11:40
  • 3 Vapallia 7:49
  • 4 Backhand 11:08
  • 5 Victoria 5:04

Release Date

January 1, 1997

Genre

jazz

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Artist Origin

United States

Runtime

277 min 24 sec