Alto Saxophone Improvisations 1979 – Anthony Braxton – LP – Pre Owned Vinyl (Arrives in 14days)

Anthony Braxton’s ‘Alto Saxophone Improvisations 1979’ is a pivotal entry in the canon of solo jazz recordings, capturing the restless imagination of one of the genre’s most uncompromising explorers. Across this double LP, Braxton strips jazz improvisation to its barest essentials, wielding only his alto saxophone and an unfiltered creative urgency. Each piece stands as a spontaneous composition—some angular and bracing, others delicate and questioning—revealing the saxophonist’s technical mastery and boundless curiosity.

What sets this album apart is Braxton’s refusal to settle for the expected. He draws from the full well of jazz tradition, but his vocabulary is equally shaped by modern composition and avant-garde experimentation. The result is an album that remains unpredictable and alive decades after its release. Listeners will find themselves immersed in a sonic world where structure and chaos dance in close proximity, making every moment feel vital and direct.

For collectors, this is not just an essential Braxton document—it’s a touchstone for anyone fascinated by the possibilities of solo performance and the evolution of jazz language. Owning this album means holding a piece of jazz history that continues to challenge and inspire.

Track List:
A1 – Comp. 77 A – 7:30
A2 – Comp. 77 C – 6:25
A3 – Red Top – 6:13
B1 – Comp. 77 D – 7:30
B2 – Comp. 77 E – 4:25
B3 – Comp. 26 F – 6:30
B4 – Comp. 77 F – 6:19
C1 – Comp. 26 B – 6:58
C2 – Along Came Betty – 8:00
C3 – Comp. 77 G – 5:15
D1 – Comp. 26 E – 6:20
D2 – Giant Steps – 6:20
D3 – Comp. 77 H – 7:00