Bill Evans 4 CD Collection

Description: Please see all the pictures which include the list of songs. The discs and artwork/inserts are excellent. The jewel cases have some shelf wear. Bill Evans, born William John Evans on August 16, 1929, in Plainfield, New Jersey, was an American jazz pianist and composer who significantly influenced modern jazz with his impressionistic harmonic approach, innovative chord voicings, and lyrical melodic style. His early life was marked by a turbulent home environment due to his father's alcoholism, yet he found solace in music, beginning with piano lessons at age six, followed by violin and flute. After serving in the U.S. Army, where he played in a military band, Evans moved to New York City and worked with George Russell before joining Miles Davis's sextet for the iconic album "Kind of Blue" in 1959. His career as a bandleader began in earnest after leaving Davis, with his trio format becoming legendary for its intimate, conversational style. Evans struggled with drug addiction throughout his life, which contributed to his early death on September 15, 1980. His legacy includes over 50 albums and the inspiration of countless pianists. Description of the CDs: Bill Evans Trio - "Portrait in Jazz" (Riverside): Release: 1960 Personnel: Bill Evans (piano), Scott LaFaro (bass), Paul Motian (drums) Description: This album is often cited as one of Evans's finest works, capturing the trio's exceptional interplay. It includes a mix of standards and originals, with tracks like "Autumn Leaves" and "Come Rain or Come Shine" showcasing their unique approach to jazz standards. "Portrait in Jazz" is celebrated for its lyrical beauty, harmonic sophistication, and the groundbreaking role of the bass in the trio's dynamics. Bill Evans Trio - "Waltz for Debby" (Riverside): Release: 1962 (recorded in 1961) Personnel: Same as "Portrait in Jazz" Description: Recorded during the same Village Vanguard sessions as "Sunday at the Village Vanguard," "Waltz for Debby" was released posthumously for Scott LaFaro, who died shortly after. The album features alternate takes from those sessions, with the title track becoming one of Evans's most beloved compositions. The music here is characterized by its warmth, intimacy, and the trio's telepathic communication, particularly in their interpretation of jazz standards. Bill Evans - "Everybody Digs Bill Evans" (Jazz Heritage, originally on Riverside): Release: 1958 (Reissued by Jazz Heritage) Personnel: Bill Evans (piano), Sam Jones (bass), Philly Joe Jones (drums) Description: This was Evans's second album as a leader and his first for Riverside. It's significant for introducing his music to a broader audience, featuring compositions like "Peace Piece" and "Young and Foolish." The album encapsulates his early trio sound, which would evolve but was already marked by a distinctive chordal style and melody-driven improvisations. Bill Evans Trio - "Sunday at the Village Vanguard" (Jazz Classics, originally on Riverside): Release: 1961 (Reissued by Jazz Classics) Personnel: Bill Evans (piano), Scott LaFaro (bass), Paul Motian (drums) Description: Recorded live at the Village Vanguard, this album is considered one of the greatest jazz trio recordings. It captures the trio at the peak of their creative and interactive powers. Tracks like "Gloria's Step" and "My Man's Gone Now" are testament to their innovative approach to melody, harmony, and rhythm. The Jazz Classics reissue would focus on preserving the quality of this historic recording, potentially enhancing it with modern remastering techniques. These albums are essential for understanding Bill Evans's impact on jazz piano, each showcasing different facets of his musical genius and the evolution of his trio concept.Ships via USPS Media Mail with tracking at the USPS price.

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Location: Suffolk, Virginia

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