Blue in Green: The Concert in Canada
Bill Evans · 1991
53 min · 9 tracks · post-bop · cool jazz · modal jazz
A serene exploration of jazz melodies, blending introspective piano lines with rich improvisational textures.
Blue in Green: The Concert in Canada is an album by Bill Evans, released in 1991. A serene exploration of jazz melodies, blending introspective piano lines with rich improvisational textures. This album is notable for capturing the essence of Bill Evans' live performances, which have been critically acclaimed for their intimate and reflective nature. It serves as an important document of Evans’ style and musicianship during his later years, contributing to his legacy within cool and modal jazz movements. Here's what makes it worth your time and what to listen to next.
Frequently Asked Questions
What does Blue in Green: The Concert in Canada sound like?
A serene exploration of jazz melodies, blending introspective piano lines with rich improvisational textures. Rooted in post-bop and cool jazz.
What makes Blue in Green: The Concert in Canada by Bill Evans notable?
This album is notable for capturing the essence of Bill Evans' live performances, which have been critically acclaimed for their intimate and reflective nature. It serves as an important document of Evans’ style and musicianship during his later years, contributing to his legacy within cool and modal jazz movements. Released in 1991, 'Blue in Green: The Concert in Canada' came during Bill Evans' late career, showcasing his enduring artistry. This live album features a set recorded shortly before his passing, highlighting the deep emotional connection he maintained with his audience. It follows his earlier works in the 1980s that emphasized a return to acoustic jazz after exploring electronic sounds.
How many songs are on Blue in Green: The Concert in Canada?
Blue in Green: The Concert in Canada has 9 tracks, running approximately 53 minutes.
Tracklist
Best experienced from track one — press play and let it unfold.
- 1 One for Helen 6:27
- 2 The Two Lonely People 7:19
- 3 What Are You Doing for the Rest of Your Life? Standout 4:51
- 4 So What? Standout 7:04
- 5 Very Early 5:44
- 6 If You Could See Me Now 4:02
- 7 34 Skidoo 7:45
- 8 Blue in Green Standout 3:56
- 9 T.T.T. - Twelve Tone Tune 5:59
Release Date
January 1, 1991
Artist Origin
United States
Runtime
53 min 10 sec
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