Cecil Taylor

Jazz Master Class from NYU

On Sunday, October 10th, 2004 Cecil Taylor gave the first of the Master Classes Series presented by NYU in conjunction with John Snyder of Artists House Foundation. Taylor has been known as a controversial figure in jazz. A true innovator, Taylor has taken the roots of music and transcended any limitations or definitions. He has abandoned traditional song forms, preset and repetitive chord sequences and the concept of a steady pulse or meter. However, Taylor's music is not devoid of structure or organization. In fact, his music in particular is highly structured, with solo and ensemble passages worked out in detail. If you would like to visit Cecil's official website, log on to www.the-temple.net/taylor/ for more of his music and scheduled performances.

Price: $14.99

Sample Video:
Taylor is been known as a controversial figure in jazz. A true innovator, Taylor has taken the roots of music and transcended any limitations or definitions. He has abandoned traditional song forms, preset and repetitive chord sequences and the concept of a steady pulse or meter.

Contents:

Master Class:

Introduction by Gary Giddins
Cecil Taylor's Poetry
Cecil Taylor Performance
Student Ensemble 1
Student Solo Performances
Student Ensemble 2
Cecil Taylor Performance 2
Student Ensemble 3
Poetry Improvisation
Cecil Taylor Answers Questions

Special Features:

Pre-Class Interview With Students
Post-Class Interview with Students and Cecil Taylor
Gary Giddins Interview

(Total Running Time: 2 hours, 46 minutes)