Huntington Ashram Monastery by Alice Coltrane, released 30 July 2021, includes the following tracks: "Paramahansa Lake", "IHS" and more.
This version of Huntington Ashram Monastery comes as a 1xSHM. - .. MONASTERY
Japanese SHM-CD pressing. Universal. 2021.
Recorded in New York,14 May, 1969.
Made in Japan
"Huntington Ashram Monastery" is a groundbreaking jazz album by Alice Coltrane, released in 1969 and now available on CD from Universal. This record showcases Coltrane?s visionary blend of spiritual jazz, modal improvisation, and Eastern influences. The album features mesmerizing harp performances alongside piano and vibraphone, creating an ethereal soundscape that has captivated listeners for decades. Tracks like "Turiya" and the title piece highlight her innovative approach to composition and arrangement. Universal, as one of the world?s leading music companies, ensures high-quality production standards with this reissue?making it accessible to both new audiences and longtime fans.
Alice Coltrane was a pioneering composer, pianist, organist, harpist, and bandleader whose work transformed modern jazz. She gained prominence through collaborations with her husband John Coltrane before embarking on a solo career marked by spiritual exploration and genre-defying creativity. Her albums?including "Journey in Satchidananda"?are celebrated milestones in avant-garde jazz history.
Universal Music Group stands at the forefront of global music distribution with an extensive catalog spanning all genres. Renowned for their commitment to artistic excellence and innovation, Universal brings classic works like "Huntington Ashram Monastery" back into circulation for contemporary appreciation.