description Enlightenment – McCoy Tyner Overview
McCoy Tyner's *Enlightenment* is a pivotal jazz album from 1973. The recording establishes McCoy Tyner as a major figure in post-bop piano, showcasing his unique harmonic language built around quartal voicings and sophisticated scalar explorations. It’s notable for its introspective mood and rhythmic complexity. This album remains essential listening for serious students of jazz and anyone interested in exploring advanced improvisational techniques within the genre.
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Enlightenment – McCoy Tyner ranks #92 of 702 in the Jazz Album ranking, behind The Sidewinder – Lee Morgan, ahead of Ascension – John Coltrane.
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Was McCoy Tyner's album Enlightenment recorded live?
Yes, Enlightenment is a live album recorded during McCoy Tyner's 1973 tour. The tracks were captured at the Montreux Jazz Festival in Switzerland and the Newport Jazz Festival in New York.
Who plays saxophone on McCoy Tyner's Enlightenment?
The album features Azar Lawrence on tenor saxophone and flute. Lawrence's intense, spiritual playing perfectly complements Tyner's famously heavy, percussive piano style.
What record label released the album Enlightenment?
The album was released by Milestone Records in 1973. Tyner had signed with Milestone after leaving the Impulse! label and his groundbreaking tenure with John Coltrane's classic quartet.
How long is the title track 'Enlightenment'?
The sprawling opening track 'Enlightenment' runs for over 11 minutes. The extended length showcases Tyner's incredible harmonic complexity and his ability to build immense tension through driving, modal rhythms.
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