New Beginnings is an album by American jazz pianist Don Pullen recorded in 1988 for the Blue Note label.[1]

New Beginnings
Studio album by Don Pullen
Released	1989
Recorded	December 16, 1988
Genre	Jazz
Length	38:13
Label	Blue Note
Producer	Michael Cuscuna
Don Pullen chronology
Song Everlasting (1987) New Beginnings (1989) New York Duets (1989)

Reception

The Allmusic review by Scott Yanow awarded the album 2½ stars, stating that "Pullen sets up fairly simple structures (some of which could be grooves for Ramsey Lewis) and then, after stating the theme, tosses in playful runs that are often quite outside, essentially putting his original style from the 1960s in a slightly commercial 1980s setting." The review says he "plays quite rhythmically during his more intense phrases and displays a sly sense of humor".[2]

Professional ratings

Review scores
Source	Rating
Allmusic	[2]

Track listing

All compositions by Don Pullen

1. "Jana's Delight" - 5:58
2. "Once Upon a Time" - 5:51
3. "Warriors" - 6:49
4. "New Beginnings" - 6:22
5. "At the Cafe Centrale" - 6:55
6. "Reap the Whirlwind" - 7:04
7. "Silence = Death" - 10:20 Bonus track on CD

• Recorded in New York City on December 16, 1988

Personnel

• Don Pullen - piano
• Gary Peacock - bass
• Tony Williams - drums

References