Archie Shepp Quartet: Live from the Teatro Alfieri - Torino 1977: Part 2

About This Movie

So, this one is pretty interesting. It's a live recording from the Teatro Alfieri in Torino, back in '77. Archie Shepp is on sax, and you can really feel the energy between him and the band. There’s this rawness in the performances, especially during 'Things Have Got To Change' – you can sense the urgency. Siegfried Kessler on piano brings a nice contrast to Shepp's fierce sax work. The pacing is a real blend; some moments are slow and contemplative while others just swing with intensity. The setlist is a mix of originals and classics like 'Sophisticated Lady'. It’s not just a concert; it’s an experience, steeped in the atmosphere of the time. Definitely worth looking into if you appreciate live jazz.

Interesting blend of originals and standards.Strong interplay between musicians.Captures the jazz atmosphere of the late '70s.