Name: Reaching For The Stars: Trios / Duos / Solos
Brand: Hasaan Ibn Ali

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0810075113518

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Black

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Format Music US

Limited edition

Release date

2023-11-10

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WEA /­ ADA

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Sales:8.875

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Black LP

Artist

Hasaan Ibn Ali

Genre US

Jazz

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Omnivore Recordings

Influential Philadelphia pianist and composer, Hasaan Ibn Ali, has left a lasting impact on the jazz scene. His unique style and innovative approach to music have made him a highly respected figure in the industry. He was particularly influential on saxophonist Odean Pope, who credits Ali as a major inspiration. Ali's talent can be heard on his album with Max Roach, showcasing his virtuosity and creativity as both a pianist and composer.

Ali's music is often compared to other avant-garde jazz artists such as Andrew Hill, Cecil Taylor, and Eric Dolphy. His compositions display a similar level of complexity and experimentation that push the boundaries of traditional jazz. Artists like Albert Ayler, Jackie McLean, Sam Rivers, and Archie Shepp also draw inspiration from Ali's work.

Hasaan Ibn Ali's contributions to the world of jazz cannot be overstated. His influence continues to resonate with musicians today, including Steve Lacy, Henry Threadgill, Booker Ervin, Anthony Braxton, Tim Berne,and many others who admire his groundbreaking approach to music.

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11 previously unissued tracks from the rediscovered, legendary Hasaan Ibn Ali. Omnivore Recordings presents Reaching For The Stars: Trios / Duos / Solos featuring eleven more previously unissued recordings. The Trios feature Henry Grimes (Thelonious Monk, McCoy Tyner, Sonny Rollins) and Kalil Madi (Freddie McCoy, Mongo Santamaria - as well as Hasaan's Metaphysics), performing six tracks (four of which appeared in their studio versions on The Max Roach Trio Featuring The Legendary Hasaan.) It also adds three songs with vocalist Muriel Gilliam, aka Muriel Winston, and a pair of solo portraits of the master pianist. Produced for release by Grammy Award-winning producer Cheryl Pawelski and ASCAP award-winning writer Alan Sukoenig, Reaching For The Stars features a new essay from pianist, composer &amp; writer, Ethan Iverson. This collection is another look into the previously unheard recordings of Hasaan Ibn Ali whose lost recorded work proves he was Reaching For The Stars and touching them all.

 Reaching For The Stars: Trios / Duos / Solos

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Discover Reaching For The Stars: Trios / Duos / Solos by Hasaan Ibn Ali. 11 previously unissued tracks from the legendary artist. Available on Omnivore Recordings.