The Survivor's Suite (1976)

About this title: One of the best recordings for Keith Jarrett's mid-'70s American quartet (whose style differed sharply from its European doppelgänger), Survivor's Suite opens with Jarrett's aching, breathy sigh on the bass recorder, evoking the sound of a horn somewhere across a great expanse of fog. Percussion soon punctuates the melodic line to give the opening a more spiritual, ritualistic feel, which is only the first of many mutations that this album will go through. Divided into two parts, entitled "Beginning" and "Conclusion," this suite effortlessly flows between its movements which range from fiery ... read more

Tracks:

1. The Survivor's Suite: Beginning [Jarrett]
2. The Survivor's Suite: Conclusion [Jarrett]

Note: This is a general synopsis. Each listing is further described below.