Herbie Mann

acid jazz, bossa nova, disco, jazz, jazz fusion, world music

United States

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Sound in a sentence: "With a buoyant groove and intricate layering of textures, Mann's music pulsates with rhythmic vitality, inviting movement and engagement."

Herbie Mann stands as a pivotal figure in the evolution of jazz, embodying an ethos that bridges traditional forms with contemporary expressions. His work opened doors for listeners to experience the rhythmic complexities of music from around the globe, influencing how jazz interacts with diverse cultural sounds and encouraging a more inclusive musical landscape. Approaching music with an adventurous spirit, Mann's innovative use of flutes set him apart in a genre often dominated by brass and percussion. He adeptly blended elements of jazz with bossa nova and later, acid jazz, not merely incorporating these styles but allowing them to reshape his sound. This fluidity created sonic spaces where improvisation thrived alongside structured compositions, inviting musicians from various backgrounds to collaborate and push their own boundaries. Mann frequently explores themes of connection—both human and cultural—through storytelling that balances sincerity with a sense of playfulness. His lyrical narratives resonate with an eagerness to celebrate life's experiences, often depicting moments of introspection against vibrant backdrops. This approach creates a dynamic interplay between lightness and depth, drawing listeners into a shared emotional journey.

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Jasil Brazz

Brazil: Once Again

Bird in a Silver Cage

Reggae II

Gagaku & Beyond

Surprises

Discothèque

Waterbed

Reggae

London Underground

First Light

Turtle Bay

Mississippi Gambler

Push Push

Memphis Two-Step

Herbie Mann Live at Newport

Herbie Mann Returns to the Village Gate

New Mann at Newport

The Wailing Dervishes

Hold On, I'm Comin'

Muscle Shoals Nitty Gritty

Stone Flute

Standing Ovation at Newport

Monday Night at the Village Gate

Memphis Underground

Concerto Grosso in D Blues

Live at the Whisky a Go Go

Glory of Love

Windows Opened

The Inspiration I Feel

A Mann & a Woman

Impressions of the Middle East

The Herbie Mann String Album

The Beat Goes On

Today!

Our Mann Flute

My Kinda Groove

Latin Mann

Herbie Mann Plays The Roar of the Greasepaint – The Smell of the Crowd

Nirvana

Latin Fever

Do the Bossa Nova with Herbie Mann

Richard Rodgers’ No Strings. An After‐Theatre Version

Right Now

Brazil, Bossa Nova & Blues

At the Village Gate

The Family of Mann

Flute, Brass, Vibes and Percussion

Flautista!

The Common Ground

Herbie Mann with the Wessel Ilcken Trio

Mann in the Morning

Just Wailin'

Flute Soufflé

Yardbird Suite

The Magic Flute of Herbie Mann

Flute Fraternity

Great Ideas of Western Mann

Mann Alone

Salute to the Flute

Flute Flight

Sultry Serenade

The Herbie Mann–Sam Most Quintet

Herbie Mann Plays

Love and the Weather

Flamingo

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