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Stan Getz & Bill Evans

Bill Evans · 1973

61 min · 11 tracks · post-bop · cool jazz · modal jazz

A rich tapestry of cool jazz harmonies interwoven with introspective melodies and delicate improvisations.

Stan Getz & Bill Evans is an album by Bill Evans, released in 1973. A rich tapestry of cool jazz harmonies interwoven with introspective melodies and delicate improvisations. 'Stan Getz & Bill Evans' is notable for its seamless blending of two jazz legends' styles, contributing to the cool jazz movement. The album received critical acclaim and showcased the artistic depth both musicians brought to their craft, further influencing generations of jazz artists. Here's what makes it worth your time and what to listen to next.

Frequently Asked Questions

What does Stan Getz & Bill Evans sound like?

A rich tapestry of cool jazz harmonies interwoven with introspective melodies and delicate improvisations. Rooted in post-bop and cool jazz.

What makes Stan Getz & Bill Evans by Bill Evans notable?

'Stan Getz & Bill Evans' is notable for its seamless blending of two jazz legends' styles, contributing to the cool jazz movement. The album received critical acclaim and showcased the artistic depth both musicians brought to their craft, further influencing generations of jazz artists. By the time 'Stan Getz & Bill Evans' was released in 1973, Bill Evans was an established figure in the jazz world, known for his innovative piano work. This album came after a prolific period in the late 1960s and early 1970s, during which he explored various collaborations, solidifying his reputation as a master of modal jazz and post-bop.

How many songs are on Stan Getz & Bill Evans?

Stan Getz & Bill Evans has 11 tracks, running approximately 61 minutes.

Tracklist

11 tracks·61:43

Best experienced from track one — press play and let it unfold.

  • 1 Night and Day Standout 6:45
  • 2 But Beautiful Standout 4:41
  • 3 Funkallero Standout 6:40
  • 4 My Heart Stood Still 8:37
  • 5 Melinda 5:04
  • 6 Grandfather’s Waltz 6:28
  • 7 Carpetbagger’s Theme 1:47
  • 8 WNEW (Theme Song) 2:50
  • 9 My Heart Stood Still (alternate take) 6:45
  • 10 Grandfather’s Waltz (alternate take) 5:32
  • 11 Night and Day (alternate take) 6:34

Release Date

January 1, 1973

Genre

cool jazz, modal jazz, post-bop

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Artist Origin

United States

Runtime

61 min 43 sec