With countless recordings to choose from, it can be overwhelming for students to know where to start exploring and learning the legendary John Coltrane's music.
Some of Trane's compositions can appear highly technical, mathematical, and even intimidating. Pieces like "Countdown," "26-2," "Giant Steps," and "Moment's Notice" exemplify this intricate side of his work.
On the other hand, there are tracks that showcase the profound beauty, lyricism, and spirituality that Coltrane imbued into his music. Pieces like "Wise One," "After the Rain," and "Lonnie's Lament" evoke a deeply emotional and spiritual experience.
In his later records, Coltrane embarked on a spiritual exploration, venturing into the realms of free and experimental jazz. Works like "Living Space," where he skillfully double-tracked himself, and "Interstellar Space," featuring only drums and tenor sax, epitomise this adventurous phase.
The breadth and diversity of Coltrane's recordings and styles can indeed overwhelm newcomers.
To address this, in today's video we will focus on immersing ourselves in the "easier" and more conventional jazz language that Coltrane employed during the bebop phase of his career.
Specifically, we will delve into the magnificent lines from his 1956 solo on "Oleo" from the Miles Davis album "Bags' Groove."
These lines serve as an excellent starting point for newcomers to Coltrane, as they are so logical in construction and compact.
00:00 - Start
03:03 - Slow ii-7 V7 lines
04:53 - Medium
06:08 - Distillation peek
07:15 - Fast with gaps
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