One of the most respected pianists of our time, Keith Jarrett, gives with the "Koln concert" a good definition of what improvisation is. Innovation, creativity, the feeling of uncertainty. Keith Jarrett is the kind of pianist that emerged during the 60's deeply influenced by Bill Evans and ... Read review
sustained solo improvisations in a German concert hall in 1975, the first lasting 26 minutes, the second 40. Melodies and rhythmic figures arise fluidly from his finger...
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sustained solo improvisations in a German concert hall in 1975, the first lasting 26 minutes, the second 40. Melodies and rhythmic figures arise fluidly from his fingers as he moves from one idea to another, while his strong left hand is often used for repeated motifs that generate a rolling hypnotic power. This couples with strongly consonant harmonies to impart the flavour of gospel music at times, dance music and Debussy at others. Above all, it's Jarrett's ability to knit all of his moods and wanderings into an almost seamless tapestry of warm and tuneful ideas that gives this music its enduring appeal. --Stuart Broomer
A review by kafouroutsos on Koln Concert, The (24 January 1975) - Keith Jarrett February 8th, 2006
Author's product rating:
Originality
Groundbreaking
Lyrics
Not applicable
Quality and consistency of tracks
Flawless
Value for Money
Excellent
Advantages:
amazing piano improvisation
Disadvantages:
not for people who don't appreciate improvisation
Recommend to potential buyers:
yes
Full review
One of the most respected pianists of our time, Keith Jarrett, gives with the "Koln concert" a good definition of what improvisation is. Innovation, creativity, the feeling of uncertainty. Keith Jarrett is the kind of pianist that emerged during the 60's deeply influenced by Bill Evans and got mixed up with all sorts of jazz styles: fusion, bop, funk, avant garde and even classical music. In this recording you can find all his musical influences, concentrated in an improvisational way, unfolding in front of your eyes, or maybe ears. The result is quite amazing, if you think that Keith Jarrett wnated to actually cancel this concert because the piano that he was provided with, was not of top quality. For people who love piano and moreover improvisation in general, this is certainly a priority choice.
Koln Concert, The (24 January 1975) - Keith Jarrett
Product details
Title: Koln Concert, The (24 January 1975)
Performer: Keith Jarrett
Genre: Jazz Instrument
Sub Genre: Piano
Release Date: 1983
Recomended Retail Price: 16.99 GBP
Original Release Year: 1975
Label / Distributor: ECM / Proper Note
Engineer: Martin Wieland
Producer: Manfred Eicher
Pieces in Set: 1
Studio / Live: Live
Stereo: Stereo
Format: Performer
EAN: 42281006722
Catalogue Number: 8100672
SPAR code: AAD
Additional notes
Album Notes: Solo performer: Keith Jarrett (piano). Recorded live in Koln, Germany on January 24, 1975. Albums that sell vast quantities are not always to be recommended. This exceptional example of solo piano is the biggest selling record in the 25 year history of the pioneering jazz label ECM. It is an almost perfect recording of the art of piano dynamics, full of emotion, and throughout the hour or so duration the listener is never bored. Jarrett has repeated his concerts of improvisation hundreds of times, many have been recorded, and presumably, many routes of his spontaneity have led to blind alleys of jazz doodling. This is the best recorded example of the art, unlikely to be bettered.
Album Reviews: Record Collector (magazine) (p.102) - 5 stars out of 5 -- "Jarrett was known to pull out superb performances in the face of adversity, and this is the result. A work of genius, up there with A LOVE SUPREME and KIND OF BLUE."
Titles on disc 1
1.: Part I
2.: Part IIa
3.: Part IIb
4.: Part IIc
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