Miguel Atwood-Ferguson - Ananta: Spirit Of Coltrane

With ANANTA: Spirit of Coltrane, Miguel Atwood-Ferguson pays tribute to John Coltrane and his spiritual legacy. The composer, arranger, and multi-instrumentalist approaches Coltrane as a lifelong source of inspiration, combining respect for the original compositions with a contemporary interpretation.

Atwood-Ferguson leads a large ensemble and collaborates with artists including Brandee Younger, Shabaka, Joel Ross, Immanuel Wilkins, Jeff Parker, and Flying Lotus. The album also features an original composition with words by poet Aja Monet.

Well-known pieces such as A Love Supreme, Pt. II, Central Park West, My Favorite Things, Naima, and Giant Steps are given a new context, balancing familiarity with discovery. Rooted in Coltrane’s spiritual legacy, the album moves beyond jazz toward cosmic music, with the intention of connecting, uplifting, and empowering.