Nuits De La Fondation Maeght Vol. 1 – Cecil Taylor – LP – Pre Owned Vinyl (Arrives in 14days)

Recorded during a landmark 1969 performance in France, ‘Nuits De La Fondation Maeght Vol. 1’ captures Cecil Taylor at a creative summit, leading his ensemble through labyrinthine improvisations that challenge and expand the very contours of jazz. Taylor’s piano erupts with urgent clusters and shimmering runs, while his collaborators—Jimmy Lyons and Andrew Cyrille—create a dense, dialogic landscape. The album radiates a sense of freedom and fearless exploration, inviting listeners to confront sound on its own terms rather than as mere entertainment. These performances are not background music—they demand, and reward, focused attention. For vinyl collectors and jazz devotees, this record stands as a vital document of the avant-garde, an uncompromising statement from one of the genre’s most innovative minds. Owning this album isn’t just about acquiring a piece of music history; it’s an opportunity to engage with jazz as an evolving, living art. If you value records that challenge, inspire, and provoke, Taylor’s ‘Nuits De La Fondation Maeght Vol. 1’ deserves a prominent place on your shelf.

Track List:
A – Second Act Of A – 21:25
B – Second Act Of A – 19:55