Compact Jazz: Miles Davis

Jazz · 1989 · 18 tracks · 55m

Compact Jazz: Miles Davis

A definitive compilation offering a concise yet comprehensive overview of Miles Davis's groundbreaking career, spanning his pivotal contributions to bebop, cool jazz, and modal jazz. Essential for new

September 19, 1989

This compilation is like a masterclass in jazz evolution, delivered by its most iconic voice. It feels like stepping into a dimly lit, smoky club where every note played is imbued with history, innovation, and profound emotion. The trumpet's cool, understated elegance guides you through a landscape of intricate melodies and sophisticated rhythms, perfect for deep thought, quiet contemplation, or simply appreciating the genius of a true musical pioneer. It's the sound of cool sophistication, intellectual curiosity, and timeless artistry, all packaged into one essential collection.

Tracklist · 18 Tracks · 55m

01

The Jitterbug Waltz

5:20

02

Django

4:15

03

Wild Man Blues

3:24

04

’Round Midnight

3:00

05

Générique

2:50

06

L’assassinat de Carala

2:12

07

Sur l’autoroute

2:20

08

Assassinat (Julien dans l’ascenseur)

2:11

09

Florence sur les Champs-Élysées

2:53

10

Dîner au motel

3:59

11

Évasion de Julien

0:55

12

Visite du vigile

2:05

13

Au bar du petit bac

2:55

14

Chez le photographe du motel

3:55

15

Au Privave

2:45

16

She Rote

3:09

17

K.C. Blues

3:27

18

Star Eyes

3:34

Moments Worth Listening For

The unmistakable, vibrato-less trumpet tone cutting through a dense arrangement, often with a melancholic edge, as heard on classic cool jazz cuts.

Moments of profound melodic invention during a solo, where each note feels meticulously placed yet utterly spontaneous, showcasing Miles's genius for improvisation.

The seamless, almost telepathic rhythmic interplay between bass and drums, providing a sophisticated, understated groove that propels the ensemble.

Sudden shifts in dynamic or mood, from a hushed, introspective passage to a more assertive, swinging statement, demonstrating the breadth of his stylistic command.

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