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Ray Manzarek's harpsichord solo is the sole improvisation on "Wintertime Love" from The Doors' 1968 album Waiting for the Sun. Manzarek plays harpsichord rather than his usual organ, soloing at an uptempo 171 BPM in B with a waltz feel. The combination of harpsichord timbre and waltz time creates a charming, almost courtly character that distinguishes this track from the band's heavier material. The brief instrumental feature matches the song's whimsical, lighthearted spirit, demonstrating the breadth of Manzarek's keyboard palette and The Doors' willingness to explore styles far removed from their blues-rock foundation.
Ray Manzarek was 28 to 29 years old at the time.
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