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John Coltrane – My Favorite Things

John Coltrane – My Favorite Things

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  • My Favorite Things by John Coltrane, released in 1961, marked a major turning point in Coltrane’s career and jazz itself. It was his first album playing soprano saxophone—an instrument he would help popularize in modern jazz. The title track, a modal reimagining of the Rodgers and Hammerstein tune, became an unexpected hit and one of Coltrane’s most iconic performances. The quartet—featuring McCoy Tyner on piano, Elvin Jones on drums, and Steve Davis on bass—delivered a hypnotic blend of lyrical improvisation, rhythmic drive, and harmonic minimalism.

    Coltrane’s approach here leaned heavily into the modal style he had begun exploring with Miles Davis. Rather than complex chord changes, the group stretched out melodically and rhythmically over sustained harmonies, allowing for expressive and extended solos. The album bridged accessibility and innovation, appealing to both jazz purists and broader audiences. It remains a cornerstone of 1960s jazz and a prime example of Coltrane’s emerging spiritual and experimental voice.

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    “Coltrane transforms the tune into a hypnotic tour de force, spinning out variations with a looping, incantatory fervor.” – The Guardian
    “It's an ideal introduction to the more lyrical side of Coltrane, and a landmark in the history of jazz improvisation.” – BBC Music
    “One of the most accessible and enjoyable records of his career, yet still full of innovation.” – AllMusic
    “‘My Favorite Things’ wasn’t just a jazz hit—it was a cultural moment. It opened doors for modal jazz on a grand scale.” – JazzTimes
    “Tyner and Jones are absolutely crucial here, giving Coltrane the percussive and harmonic foundation he needs to soar.” – Pitchfork

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  • Artist: John Coltrane
    Label: Atlantic
    Format: LP
    Units: 1
    Country: Europe
    Genre: Jazz
    Style: Hard Bop, Modal

  • A1 My Favorite Things
    A2 Everytime We Say Goodbye
    B1 Summertime
    B2 But Not For Me

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