A New Conception
1967 studio album by Sam Rivers
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A New Conception is the third album by American saxophonist Sam Rivers, recorded in 1966 and released on the Blue Note label.[2] The album features Rivers' interpretation of seven jazz standards.
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| Released | November 1967[1] | |||
| Recorded | October 11, 1966 | |||
| Studio | Van Gelder, Englewood Cliffs, NJ | |||
| Genre | Jazz | |||
| Length | 43:51 | |||
| Label | Blue Note BST 84249 | |||
| Producer | Alfred Lion | |||
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Reception
The AllMusic review by Stephen Thomas Erlewine stated, "It's challenging music that remains accessible, since it reconfigures familiar items in new, intriguing ways. The sheer skill in Rivers' arrangements once again confirms his large, unfortunately underappreciated, talent".[3]
Track listing
- "When I Fall in Love" (Heyman, Young) – 5:48
- "I'll Never Smile Again" (Lowe) – 5:57
- "Detour Ahead" (Lou Carter, Ellis, John Freigo) – 5:09
- "That's All" (Alan Brandt, Haymes) – 5:38
- "What a Diff'rence a Day Made" (Adams, Grever) – 6:18
- "Temptation" (Brown, Freed) – 7:38
- "Secret Love" (Fain, Webster) – 7:33
Personnel
- Sam Rivers – tenor saxophone, soprano saxophone, flute
- Hal Galper – piano
- Herbie Lewis – bass
- Steve Ellington – drums
Charts
Monthly charts
| Chart (2025) | Peak position |
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| German Jazz Albums (Offizielle Top 100)[6] | 10 |