Andrew Hill - Point Of Departure - 9978
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Andrew Hill's 1964 album, Point Of Departure, is widely considered a masterpiece of avant-garde jazz.
Hill's complex and innovative compositions challenge traditional jazz harmonic structures. He incorporates elements of modal jazz, free jazz, and even European classical music, creating a unique and dissonant soundscape.
The album features intricate interplay between the instruments, with each player contributing their own distinct voice to the collective improvisation.
Hill assembled a phenomenal group of musicians for this recording, including legends like Eric Dolphy on alto saxophone, bass clarinet, and flute, Joe Henderson on tenor saxophone, Kenny Dorham on trumpet, Richard Davis on bass, and Tony Williams on drums.
Point Of Departure marks a significant evolution in Hill's sound. While his earlier work rooted in hard bop, this album delves deeper into improvisation and experimentation, pushing the boundaries of the genre.
This shift in direction solidified Hill's reputation as one of the most innovative and forward-thinking pianists in jazz.
