VA - The Smooth Jazz Piano, Ebony & Ivory [2001] (3 x CDs)

 

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VA - The Smooth Jazz Piano, Ebony & Ivory [2001] (3 x CDs)

"The Smooth Jazz Piano - Ebony & Ivory" is a remarkable 3-CD box set that celebrates the artistry and diversity of jazz piano. Released in 2001, this compilation brings together an impressive array of legendary pianists, showcasing their unique styles and contributions to the genre. The collection spans various jazz subgenres, including swing, cool jazz, bop, post-bop, stride, and boogie-woogie, offering listeners a rich and immersive experience.

The first disc features iconic tracks such as Ahmad Jamal's "Baia," Chick Corea's "Seabreeze," and Oscar Peterson's "My Heart Stood Still." These pieces highlight the emotive and technical brilliance of the artists, setting the tone for the journey through jazz history. The second disc continues with classics like Art Tatum's "You Took Advantage of Me," Dave Brubeck's "Take Five," and Fats Waller's "Ain't Misbehavin'," each track a testament to the enduring appeal of jazz piano. The third disc rounds out the collection with gems like Thelonious Monk's "Round Midnight," McCoy Tyner's "Miss Bea," and Erroll Garner's "Poor Butterfly." These selections underscore the innovation and creativity that define jazz as a genre. The box set not only serves as a tribute to the Master of Jazz piano but also as an educational resource for those seeking to understand the evolution of jazz.

In essence, "The Smooth Jazz Piano - Ebony & Ivory" offers a harmonious blend of rhythm, melody, and improvisation that captures the essence of jazz piano. (B)

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Track lists

CD1

01 Ahmad Jamal - Baia 8:34

02 Billy Kyle - Havi'n A Ball 2:42

03 Chick Corea - Seabreeze 9:44

04 Earl 'Father' Highness - Chicago High Life 2:48

05 Errol Garner - All The Things You Are 3:24

06 George Sharing - Lonely Moments 3:18

07 Jimmy Jancey - Jimmy's Stuff 3:19

08 Joe Sullivan - Squeeze Me 2:52

09 Marco Di Marco - Sempre 7:08

10 Marry Lou Williams - Just an Idea 3:08

11 Oscar Peterson - My Heart Stood Still 3:24

12 Sam Price - I Finally Gotcha' 3:00

13 Ted Rosenthal - Calling You 5:11

CD2

01 Art Tatum - You Took Advantage of Me 3:13

02 Bud Powell - So Sorry Please 3:15

03 Claude Bolling - Fatty Fats 4:38

04 Dave Brubeck - Take Five 7:14

05 Eddie Heywood - Begin The Beguine 5:09

06 Fats Waller - Ain't Missbehavin' 3:52

07 Jelly Roll Morton - King Porter Stamp 2:49

08 Jurgen Friedrich - Summerflood 12:37

09 King Cole Trio - Fudge Wudge 3:47

10 Peter Johnson - Rock it Boogie 3:04

11 Ted Rosenthal - Sea Song 7:33

12 Willie Smith - Relaxin' 3:26

CD3

01 Bill O' Conell - Lost Voices 6:09

02 Bud Powell - Tea for Two 4:14

03 Chick Corea - Fiesta Piano Solo 9:09

04 Count Basie - Twelfth Street Rag 3:04

05 Dave Brubeck - Koto Song 9:58

06 Errol Garner - Poor Butterfly 3:09

07 Meade Lux Lewis - Doll House Boogie 4:09

08 Jaja Wendt - Boogie Woogie Stomp 4:00

09 Marco Di Marco - Mr. Bill 7:38

10 McCoy Tyner - Miss Bea 7:05

11 Thelonious Monk - Round Midnight 3:11

12 Teddy Wilson - Sunday 2:25

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