The Shape of Jazz to ComeOrnette Coleman
Jazz · 1950s
The Shape of Jazz to Come — 1959
Ornette Coleman
Released 1959Jazz
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The album that announced free jazz, melodic yet liberated from chord changes. Revolutionary and surprisingly tuneful. A pivotal record. The record that established what Ornette Coleman was about.
On vinyl: Pre-'60s originals are collector's items — a well-mastered reissue is usually the better buy.
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Tracks from this album on our lists
- Lonely Woman on Best Jazz Songs of All Time, Best 1950s Jazz Songs
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