Jan Garbarek - Discography [FLAC APE] (1969-2010)l

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Jan Garbarek - Discography [FLAC APE] (1969-2010)l: A Review of the Norwegian Jazz Legend's Career

Jan Garbarek is one of the most influential and prolific jazz saxophonists and composers of our time. He has been active in the jazz, classical, and world music genres since the late 1960s, and has released over 60 albums as a leader or co-leader on the renowned ECM label. His discography spans from his avant-garde debut Til Vigdis (1967) to his latest collaboration with poet Jan Erik Vold Hav (2021), and showcases his distinctive sound, style, and vision.

In this article, we will review some of the highlights of Garbarek's discography, which is available in high-quality FLAC and APE formats for audiophiles. We will focus on his solo albums and his collaborations with other artists, such as Keith Jarrett, Terje Rypdal, Bobo Stenson, Eberhard Weber, Charlie Haden, Anouar Brahem, The Hilliard Ensemble, and many more. We will also explore some of the themes and influences that have shaped Garbarek's music over the decades.

Afric Pepperbird (1970)

This is Garbarek's first album for ECM, and one of his most adventurous and experimental works. He is joined by fellow Norwegian musicians Terje Rypdal on guitar, Arild Andersen on bass, and Jon Christensen on drums. The album features eight original compositions by Garbarek that explore free jazz, African rhythms, electronic effects, and atmospheric soundscapes. The title track is a 16-minute epic that showcases Garbarek's fiery soprano saxophone and Rypdal's distorted guitar. Other highlights include Skrik & Hyl, a primal scream of saxophone and drums, and Beast of Kommodo, a haunting piece with bass clarinet and bowed bass.[^1^]

Belonging (1974)

This is Garbarek's first collaboration with American pianist Keith Jarrett, who also composed all the songs on the album. They are joined by Swedish bassist Palle Danielsson and Norwegian drummer Jon Christensen. The album is a masterpiece of European jazz, blending lyrical melodies, harmonic sophistication, rhythmic vitality, and expressive improvisation. Garbarek's tenor and soprano saxophones complement Jarrett's piano perfectly, creating a warm and intimate sound. The album includes some of Jarrett's most memorable compositions, such as Spiral Dance, Blossom, The Windup, and 'Long As You Know You're Living Yours, which was later sampled by DJ Shadow.[^2^]

Officium (1994)

This is Garbarek's first collaboration with The Hilliard Ensemble, a vocal quartet specialized in early music. The album features Garbarek improvising on soprano saxophone over the ensemble's singing of medieval and Renaissance sacred music. The result is a stunning fusion of ancient and modern sounds, creating a timeless and transcendent atmosphere. The album was a huge commercial success, selling over one million copies worldwide. It also received critical acclaim for its originality and beauty. The album includes pieces by composers such as Pérotin, Dufay, Morales, Palestrina, Victoria, Brumel, Gesualdo, and anonymous sources.[^3^]

Rites (1998)

This is Garbarek's most ambitious and eclectic solo album to date. It is a double CD that features 17 tracks that cover a wide range of musical styles and influences. Garbarek plays various saxophones, flutes, keyboards, percussion instruments, and even sings on some tracks. He is also joined by guest musicians from different countries and cultures, such as India, Brazil, Norway, Armenia, Bulgaria,

and Africa. The album explores the concept of rites as rituals of transformation and celebration in human life. The album includes original compositions by Garbarek as well as 248dff8e21