Cecil Taylor’s “Conquistador!” is a groundbreaking record , that profoundly altered the trajectory of jazz.
The album title alludes to the European colonization of the Americas, and Taylor’s intense, abrasive piano playing serves as a sonic representation of this violent and domineering conquest. The music is characterized by dissonance and atonality, creating a sense of tension and urgency. Taylor’s percussive piano clashes with the lyrical elements of the ensemble, evoking a musical battleground that reflects themes of power struggles, colonialism, and cultural conflict.
Even 59 years after its release, “Conquistador!” remains a vital and challenging work, a landmark achievement in the evolution of free jazz. Through its dissonance, intricate rhythms, and underlying political message, it pushes the boundaries of what jazz can be, both musically and thematically.
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