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Charles Lloyd

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The Profile

Charles Lloyd is an American jazz saxophonist and flutist from Memphis. He rose to international prominence in the 1960s with his quartet, notably the hit live album Forest Flower. After a period away from the spotlight, he returned to record an acclaimed series of albums for ECM.

Tenor saxophonist and flutist; led influential 1960s quartet; landmark album Forest Flower; long ECM-era discography; collaborations with Keith Jarrett, Jack DeJohnette, Zakir Hussain, Geri Allen, Eric Harland.

One detailed, positive review focuses on the 2005 ECM album Jumping the Creek, praising Lloyd’s quartet and the rhythm section. It highlights Geri Allen’s pivotal role, Eric Harland’s duets, and Robert Hurst’s bowing. The review notes an austere mysticism across tracks, from Ellington’s Come Sunday to Brel’s Ne Me Quitte Pas. Packaging and ECM aesthetics are commended. Overall verdict: a strong entry in Lloyd’s extensive discography.

Notable Quotes

❝ Leading a beautiful quartet, with this 2005 album, Charles Lloyd offers us an interesting array of sounds, varied yet essential and without self-indulgence.
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