The Pied Piper – Chico Freeman – LP – Pre Owned Vinyl (Arrives in 14days)

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Record Condition: NM
Sleeve Condition: VG+Know About Vinyl Gradings

Chico Freeman’s ‘The Pied Piper’ spins jazz storytelling with inventive flair—explore its magnetic, soulful journey.

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Released in 1979, ‘The Pied Piper’ stands as one of Chico Freeman’s defining statements in late 20th-century jazz. At a time when the genre was searching for fresh voices, Freeman emerged with a striking blend of technical command and creative vision. The album finds him leading an agile ensemble through winding originals and bold collective improvisations. Every track brims with a sense of exploration, as Freeman’s tenor saxophone weaves fluid melodies that draw inspiration from hard bop, avant-garde, and the spiritual jazz of the previous decade. The title track alone is a masterclass in narrative jazz, its motifs unfolding with the storybook allure suggested by its name. What elevates ‘The Pied Piper’ is not just Freeman’s virtuosic playing, but also his ability to forge deep connections among his musicians, resulting in dialogues that feel both spontaneous and deeply considered. This isn’t background music—it’s a record that asks you to listen closely, rewarding you with nuance and invention at every turn. For collectors and listeners who value jazz’s spirit of risk-taking and storytelling, this album is an essential addition to any thoughtful vinyl library.

Track List:
A1 – The Pied Piper – 6:47
A2 – The Rose Tattoo – 6:23
A3 – Blues On The Bottom – 5:49
B1 – Monk 2000 – 7:08
B2 – Softly, As In A Morning Sunrise – 8:05
B3 – Amor Soña Dor – 8:32

Weight 500 g
Artist

Chico Freeman

Catalog Number

BKH 50801-1 D, BKH 50801

Format

LP

Genre

Jazz

Label

BlackHawk Records, BlackHawk Records

Manufacturing Year

1986

Record Condition

NM

Sleeve Condition

VG+

No Of Records

1

Mood

Experimental

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