Miles Davis: Capricorn

Track

Capricorn

Artist

Miles Davis (trumpet)

CD

Water Babies (Columbia CK 86557)

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Musicians:

Miles Davis (trumpet), Wayne Shorter (tenor sax), Herbie Hancock (piano), Ron Carter (bass), Tony Williams (drums).

Recorded: New York City, June 13, 1967

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Rating: 90/100 (learn more)

Constellations and mythical creatures—these are but a few of saxophonist Wayne Shorter’s varied interests. The “Second Great” Miles Davis Quintet featured the compositions of various members, but primarily Shorter, who spawned a variety of enigmatic works. The infectious, rolling theme gives way to a Davis trumpet solo that shines out with phrases that seem to reach higher and higher into a night sky. Shorter’s urging and angular solo statements are followed by one trademark of this monumental band—a one-handed piano solo by Hancock.

Reviewer: David Tenenholtz

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