Heart is a Melody


Heart Is a Melody is a live album led by saxophonist Pharoah Sanders, recorded in 1982 and released on the Theresa label.

Reception

In his review for AllMusic, Scott Yanow commented: "There are some fiery moments but few surprises on this date chiefly recommended to Sanders fans".
The authors of The Penguin Guide to Jazz Recordings stated that Sanders "appears to be rethinking his strategy... turning back to standards-playing for the first time in many years," but noted that "one can't help feeling that in these years Sanders marked time musically."

Track listing

All compositions by Pharoah Sanders except as indicated
  1. "Olé" – 22:13
  2. "On a Misty Night" – 7:00
  3. "Heart Is a Melody of Time " – 7:32
  4. "Goin' to Africa " – 3:49
  5. "Naima" – 7:28 Bonus track on CD reissue
  6. "Rise 'n' Shine" – 15:07 Bonus track on CD reissue

Personnel