description Emanon – Wayne Shorter Quartet Overview
The Emanon album represents a significant moment in jazz history. Recorded by Wayne Shorter’s quartet in 1970, it exemplifies ambitious post-bop experimentation. The work prominently features Yamaha CP-76 electric piano, driving extended improvisations and complex harmonic arrangements. It is particularly relevant for serious jazz listeners interested in the evolution of modal jazz and the innovative approaches of the Blue Note label during the 2010s.
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What is unique about the Emanon packaging?
Emanon is a multi-disc set released on Blue Note Records that includes a full-length graphic novel illustrated by Randy DuBurke. The comic tells an original science-fiction story written by Wayne Shorter that corresponds to the music across the discs.
Who plays on Wayne Shorter's Emanon?
The album features the Wayne Shorter Quartet with Danilo Pérez on piano, John Patitucci on bass, and Brian Blade on drums. The quartet is also joined by the Orpheus Chamber Orchestra on portions of the recording, expanding the textural palette.
When was Wayne Shorter's Emanon released?
Emanon was released on Blue Note Records in 2018. It was Shorter's final studio album released during his lifetime before his death in 2023.
What style of music is on Emanon?
The album blends Wayne Shorter's decades of jazz composition with classical orchestral textures and his quartet's signature approach to free improvisation. The work reflects Shorter's lifelong interests in science fiction, mythology, and storytelling through music.
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