{"product_id":"john-klemmer-solo-saxophone-ii-life-smooth-jazz-lp-416653026","title":"[BUNJANG] John Klemmer Solo Saxophone II - Life Smooth Jazz LP \/ (스무스 퓨전 재즈 색소포니스트 존 클렘머) John Klemmer LP","description":"## John Klemmer – Solo Saxophone II - Life\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eExperience the profound musical journey of acclaimed saxophonist John Klemmer with *Solo Saxophone II - Life*. This 1981 release on Elektra, part of \"The Age Of The Artist Series,\" showcases Klemmer's mastery of the saxophone, exploring themes of life, love, and existence.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eWhile categorized as Smooth Jazz, this album stands apart with its minimalist and lyrical approach. Klemmer's distinctive, soulful saxophone tone and the spacious production create an deeply emotional and introspective listening experience. The track titles themselves—such as \"The Journey From Life To Death\" and \"The Celebration Of Being Alive\"—reveal the album's philosophical and spiritual depth, making it a compelling \"concept album\" for collectors and enthusiasts alike.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e**Key Tracks:**\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e*   **\"The Journey From Life To Death\"**: This pivotal track encapsulates the album's philosophical core. Its gradual build-up and Klemmer's evolving saxophone phrasing perfectly capture the essence of a \"journey.\" The dynamics, breath, and use of silence in Klemmer's solo performance masterfully convey the emotional arc.\u003cbr\u003e*   **\"The Celebration Of Being Alive\"**: In contrast to its title track, this piece radiates a bright, positive energy, highlighting Klemmer's warm tone and melodic sensibility. Despite being a solo saxophone piece, its clear structure and catchy melody make it highly accessible, serving as an excellent introduction to Klemmer's work.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e**Details:**\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e*   **Artist:** John Klemmer\u003cbr\u003e*   **Album:** Solo Saxophone II - Life\u003cbr\u003e*   **Label:** Elektra – P-11108E\u003cbr\u003e*   **Series:** The Age Of The Artist Series\u003cbr\u003e*   **Format:** Vinyl, LP, Album\u003cbr\u003e*   **Country:** Japan\u003cbr\u003e*   **Released:** 1981\u003cbr\u003e*   **Genre:** Jazz\u003cbr\u003e*   **Style:** Smooth Jazz\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e**Tracklist:**\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eA1. Life (Prologue) – 1:34\u003cbr\u003eA2. Humanesque – 2:05\u003cbr\u003eA3. The Journey From Life To Death – 6:30\u003cbr\u003eA4. All I Ever Wanted Was My Life – 3:31\u003cbr\u003eA5. The Deepest Need Of The Human Heart – 4:14\u003cbr\u003eA6. The Celebration Of Being Alive – 5:28\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eB1. Yes To Life – 4:33\u003cbr\u003eB2. Finesse (The Art Of Loving) – 4:41\u003cbr\u003eB3. Love Is Life \/ Life Is Love – 2:50\u003cbr\u003eB4. The Mystery Of Being – 3:06\u003cbr\u003eB5. The Rain Is The Tears Of My God For Me – 3:30\u003cbr\u003eB6. The Struggle To Be Free – 3:26\u003cbr\u003eB7. Life (Finale) – 2:24\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e**Condition:**\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e*   Sleeve: Near Mint (NM)\u003cbr\u003e*   Media: Near Mint (NM)\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eJohn Klemmer – Solo Saxophone II - Life\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e“The Journey From Life To Death”(삶에서 죽음으로 향하는 여정)\u003cbr\u003ehttps:\/\/youtu.be\/MorXFnDR58A?si=ERq6g6VHLd_Q20sa\u003cbr\u003e “The Celebration Of Being Alive”(살아있음에 대한 축복\/축하)\u003cbr\u003ehttps:\/\/youtu.be\/AylscnqSNxw?si=XsgSIqm36Bfr7rDW\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e■■ 상태 ; 슬리브 NM \/ 미디어 NM \u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e미국 색소폰 연주자 (존 클레머)의 ‘Solo Saxophone’ 시리즈 중 한 작품으로, 제목 그대로 색소폰 솔로를 중심에 두고 인간의 삶과 사랑, 존재에 대한 개념을 음악적으로 풀어낸 테마 앨범입니다. \u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e일본 일렉트라에서 1981년에 발매된 이 작품은 “The Age Of The Artist Series” 라인업으로 나오면서 아티스트의 개성과 내면적 메시지를 강조한 컨셉 시리즈의 일환이라는 점이 특징입니다. \u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e스무스 재즈로 분류되지만, 일반적인 퓨전\/밴드 편성보다 훨씬 미니멀하고, 서정적인 색소폰 톤과 공간감을 살린 사운드가 중심이라 감성적인 솔로 색소폰 레코드로서 가치가 큽니다. \u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e트랙 제목들이 인생, 사랑, 자유, 존재의 미스터리 등 철학적·영적인 주제를 직접적으로 드러내어, 컬렉터 입장에서는 재킷과 곡명만으로도 콘셉트가 분명한 “컨셉 앨범”\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e레이블: Elektra – P-11108E\u003cbr\u003e시리즈: The Age Of The Artist Series\u003cbr\u003e형식: 레코드판, LP, Album\u003cbr\u003e국가: Japan\u003cbr\u003e발매: 1981년\u003cbr\u003e장르: Jazz\u003cbr\u003e스타일: Smooth Jazz\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e✔ 대표, 히트곡\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eThe Journey From Life To Death \/ “The Journey From Life To Death”(삶에서 죽음으로 향하는 여정)\u003cbr\u003e앨범 전반의 철학적 콘셉트를 가장 잘 드러내는 핵심 트랙으로, 비교적 긴 러닝타임 속에서 차분한 도입부와 점차 고조되는 색소폰 프레이징이 “여정”이라는 제목을 음악적으로 표현합니다. 솔로 색소폰의 호흡, 다이내믹, 여백을 통해 감정선이 서서히 변화하는 구조라, 감상용으로 굿\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eThe Celebration Of Being Alive \/ “The Celebration Of Being Alive”(살아있음에 대한 축복\/축하)\u003cbr\u003e존 클렘머 특유의 따뜻한 음색과 멜로디 감각이 살아 있는 곡으로, 타이틀과 대비되는 밝고 긍정적인 에너지가 특징입니다. 솔로 색소폰 중심이지만 멜로디가 비교적 캐치하고 구조가 명확해, 앨범을 처음 접하는 사람에게도 접근성이 높아 “입문용 대표곡” 혹은 “추천 트랙”\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e트랙리스트\u003cbr\u003eA1. Life (Prologue) – 1:34\u003cbr\u003eA2. Humanesque – 2:05\u003cbr\u003eA3. The Journey From Life To Death – 6:30\u003cbr\u003eA4. All I Ever Wanted Was My Life – 3:31\u003cbr\u003eA5. The Deepest Need Of The Human Heart – 4:14\u003cbr\u003eA6. The Celebration Of Being Alive – 5:28\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eB1. Yes To Life – 4:33\u003cbr\u003eB2. Finesse (The Art Of Loving) – 4:41\u003cbr\u003eB3. Love Is Life \/ Life Is Love – 2:50\u003cbr\u003eB4. The Mystery Of Being – 3:06\u003cbr\u003eB5. The Rain Is The Tears Of My God For Me – 3:30\u003cbr\u003eB6. The Struggle To Be Free – 3:26\u003cbr\u003eB7. Life (Finale) – 2:24\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e■ 상태 ; 슬리브 NM \/ 미디어 NM","brand":"bunjang_general","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":48602944110841,"sku":"BJ-416653026","price":14.11,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0660\/2591\/4617\/files\/416653026_1_1782618504_w856.webp?v=1782630808","url":"https:\/\/hallyusuperstore.com\/products\/john-klemmer-solo-saxophone-ii-life-smooth-jazz-lp-416653026","provider":"HALLYUSUPERSTORE","version":"1.0","type":"link"}