Spirit Dance (Michael White album)

Spirit Dance is a studio album by American jazz violinist Michael White, released in 1973 on Impulse! Records. The album features White leading a quartet with John Handy (alto saxophone), Ed Kelly (piano), and Kenneth Jenkins (bass). It represents a fusion of modal jazz, spiritual jazz, and elements of funk.

The album consists of extended improvisations and features White's distinctive violin playing prominently, blending both lyrical and avant-garde approaches. The arrangements are generally sparse, allowing ample space for individual expression. Tracks such as "The Blessing Song" and the title track showcase White's exploration of rhythmic and melodic possibilities on the violin, while also highlighting the interplay between him and Handy's saxophone. Spirit Dance is considered a significant contribution to the spiritual jazz movement of the early 1970s, demonstrating a commitment to both musical exploration and a deeper sense of spiritual expression.