Beyond the Wall

by Kenny Garrett

Beyond the Wall cover art
  • Type: Album
  • Released: 29 August 2006
  • Label: Nonesuch
  • Country: United States
  • Length: 1:16:43
  • Community rating: 3.96/5 from 3 ratings

Album Notes & Community Reviews

Acclaimed jazz saxophonist Kenny Garrett explored profound spiritual depth and Asian musical influences on 'Beyond the Wall'. Inspired by his extensive travels through China, the deeply meditative album blends passionate, avant-garde post-bop improvisations with prominent contributions from legendary vibraphonist Pharoah Sanders.

Genres

Descriptors: saxophone, improvisation, ensemble, spirituality, groove-laden

Tracklist

  1. Calling (9:37)
  2. Beyond the Wall (7:30)
  3. Qing Wen (9:45)
  4. Realization (Marching Towards the Light) (6:09)
  5. Tsunami Song (4:46)
  6. Kiss to the Skies (9:38)
  7. Now (11:47)
  8. Gwoka (9:14)
  9. May Peace Be Upon Them (8:15)

Credits

  • Robert Hurst - bass
  • Neil Humphrey - cello
  • Brian Blade - drums
  • Wang Guo-Wei - erhu
  • Susan Jolles - harp
  • Rogerio Boccato - percussion
  • Mulgrew Miller - piano
  • Pharoah Sanders - tenor saxophone

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