
Bill Evans & Jim Hall - Undercurrent
1xLP Jazz Classics Deluxe Gatefold Edition on Black 180g Vinyl
Other than four piano solos from April 4, 1962, this set was pianist Bill Evans' first recordings after a hiatus caused by bassist Scott LaFaro's tragic death in a car accident. The first of two meetings on record in a duo format with guitarist Jim Hall, the collaborations are often exquisite. Both Evans and Hall had introspective and harmonically advanced styles along with roots in hard-swinging bebop. There is more variety than expected on the fine set with some cookers, ballads, waltzes, and even some hints at classical music. Recommended.
My Funny Valentine
I Hear A Rhapsody
Dream Gypsy
Romain
Skating In Central Park
Darn That Dream