Time Out

Description

Time Out is Dave Brubeck's masterpiece for several reasons: one of them is its innovative use of unconventional time signatures in jazz, particularly the use of unusual measures such as 5/4, 9/8, and 6/4. This is a true innovation. By the late 1950s, jazz was undergoing a period of evolution and experimentation: the post-war era saw jazz moving away from its traditional roots and embracing new forms, styles, and influences. Dave Brubeck and his quartet were at the forefront of this movement, pushing the boundaries of what jazz could be.