Product details
- Label ECM Records
- Artist Pat Metheny
- Format 1LP
- Country United States
- Released Date 1979
- Genre Jazz
- Sealed No
- Media Condition Very Good (VG)
- Sleeve Condition Very Good Plus (VG+)
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Condition: Used
Media Condition: Very Good (VG) (Very light paper scuffs on the record. Clean copy)
Sleeve Condition: Very Good Plus (VG+)
New Chautauqua by Pat Metheny.
Pat Metheny navigated jazz fusion's emergence while staying true to artistic vision.
Musical Analysis:
Pat Metheny leads with distinctive artistry, creating intricate interplay between musicians. The harmonic progressions and rhythm section showcase the evolution of jazz with spontaneous brilliance.
Album Story:
"New Chautauqua," an evocative album by Pat Metheny, released under the esteemed ECM Records label, invites listeners into a vivid soundscape shaped by both introspection and exuberance. Crafted in 1979, this solo guitar masterpiece is distinctive not only for its technical brilliance but also for the deep emotional resonance it carries. Metheny’s intricate fingerpicking and lush harmonic explorations transport audiences to a tranquil world, intertwining elements of jazz, folk, and classical music. Each track on the album reveals a journey through sweeping melodies and delicate improvisations, making it a quintessential example of how music can transcend boundaries and evoke profound human experiences.
What sets "New Chautauqua" apart is not just its artistry but also its innovative recording techniques, characteristic of ECM’s commitment to acoustic purity and atmospheric sound. This album captures the essence of Metheny's vision, presenting an intimate portrait of a musician at the height of his creative powers. The combination of lush guitar textures and evoc
Pressing Details:
Track Listing:
A1. New Chautauqua
A2. Country Poem
A3. Long-Ago Child / Fallen Star
B1. Hermitage
B2. Sueño Con Mexico
B3. Daybreak
Credits:
Pat Metheny - Composed By [All Compositions By]
Pat Metheny - Electric Guitar [Electric 6 String Guitars], 12-string Electric Guitar [Electric 12 String Guitars], Acoustic Guitar, Harp Guitar [15 String Harp Guitar], Electric Bass
Jan Erik Kongshaug - Engineer
Greg Fulginiti - Lacquer Cut By
John Bittner - Lacquer Cut By
Dieter Rehm - Photography By [Cover Photo], Design
JoJi Sawa - Photography By [Photo]
Manfred Eicher - Producer [Produced By]
Notes:
"(W)" logo ("tulip" symbol) stamped in runouts denotes [l=Wakefield Manufacturing] pressing.
Mastering variation to [r=11678051]: this version is etched with both "JB" (John Bittner) and "GF" (Greg Fulginiti) initials.
© ℗ 1979 ECM Records GmbH.
Recorded August 1978 at Talent Studio, Oslo
Sound Quality:
Exceptional dynamic range captures every nuance – tight bass, warm midrange, crisp highs. High-quality pressing with excellent tracking and quiet surfaces.
Collector's Notes:
Essential for serious collectors – a piece of musical history with lasting value.
Artist: Pat Metheny
Format: 1LP
Genre: Jazz
Label: ECM Records
Catalog Number: ECM-1-1131
Release Year: 1979
Country: United States
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