: Cecil Taylor Quartet ? Jazz Advance () 1-1: Bemsha Swing (7:26) 1-2: Charge 'Em Blues (11:04) 1-3: Azure (7:27) 1-4: Song (5:18) 1-5: You'd Be So Nice To Come Home To (9:16) 1-6: Rick Kick Shaw (6:04) : The Cecil Taylor Quartet ? Looking Ahead! () 1-7: Luyah! The Glorious Step (6:26) 1-8: African Violets (5:12) 1-9: Of What (8:17) 1-10: Wallering (5:23) 1-11: Toll (7:42) 2-1: Excursion On A Wobbly Rail (9:04) : Cecil Taylor ? The World Of Cecil Taylor () 2-2: Air (8:40) 2-3: This Nearly Was Mine (10:52) 2-4: Port Of Call (4:20) 2-5: E.B. (9:56) 2-6: Lazy Afternoon (14:53) : Cecil Taylor Trio And Quintet ? Love For Sale () 2-7: Love For Sale (8:15) 2-8: Matie's Trophies (Motystrophe) (10:16)
Number of discs:
1
Description:
1-1 - 1-6 From the album Jazz Advance.
1-7 - 2-1 From the album Looking Ahead.
2-2 - 2-6 From the album The World of Cecil Taylor.
2-7 - 2-8 From the album Love for Sale.
"Three Classic Albums" is a CD collection by the legendary jazz pianist Cecil Taylor, released by Avid Jazz. This set brings together three of Taylor's most influential albums, showcasing his innovative approach to jazz piano and improvisation. Known for his energetic performances and avant-garde style, Cecil Taylor was a pioneer in free jazz, pushing boundaries with complex rhythms and harmonies. His groundbreaking works have inspired generations of musicians and earned him critical acclaim worldwide. The manufacturer, Avid Jazz, is renowned for its high-quality reissues of classic jazz recordings, making essential music accessible to new audiences while preserving the legacy of iconic artists.