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Idsongs: chaldean-prayer
Public: True
Song Title: Chaldean Prayer
Artist: Phil Woods
Discogs: https://www.discogs.com/release/2203570-Phil-Woods-With-Chris-Gunning-And-Orchestra-Floresta-Canto
Image (Url): https://drive.google.com/file/d/1Akqa3mQl7yX7H7OOqGTdSBBKHLhpTGEG/view?usp=drivesdk
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Categories: Antiquity
Year Released: 1976
Perplexity: "Chaldean Prayer" by Phil Woods, from his 1976 album "Floresta Canto," showcases Woods' virtuosic alto saxophone playing within an orchestral jazz context. The title suggests influences from ancient Mesopotamian culture, which is reflected in the composition's structure and harmonic content. The piece features Woods' expressive saxophone lines supported by lush orchestral arrangements, incorporating elements of Middle Eastern music. This track demonstrates Woods' ability to blend his bebop-rooted jazz style with more expansive, culturally-inspired compositional approaches. The recording highlights Woods' technical prowess and emotional depth as a soloist, as well as his skill in integrating his playing with a full orchestra.
Blurb: "Chaldean Prayer" by Phil Woods showcases his virtuosic alto sax within an orchestral jazz context. The title suggests Mesopotamian influences, reflected in the composition's structure and harmonies, blending bebop jazz with Middle Eastern musical elements.
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Url3: https://www.philwoods.com/
Album: Floresta Canto
Jonnie'S Notes: Floresta Canto is an album by American jazz saxophonist Phil Woods, featuring orchestral arrangements by Chris Gunning.
Geography: Middle East
Tags-Old: #Jazz #Orchestral #MiddleEasternInfluence #antiquity #demo
Instruments: Alto Saxophone, Orchestra
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