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Still Live

Keith Jarrett · 1988

98 min · 9 tracks · jazz

A mesmerizing live performance where jazz standards are transformed into deeply personal and improvisational experiences.

Why listen to this

Best for
dynamic exploration of familiar themes patient improvisation with emotional depth wave-like pacing for reflective listening
Context
By 1988, Keith Jarrett was already an established figure in jazz, known for his innovative solo piano performances. 'Still Live' followed his highly successful 'The Köln Concert' and showcased his ability to reinterpret jazz standards through spontaneous improvisation, solidifying his reputation as a leading artist in the genre.
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Still Live is an album by Keith Jarrett, released in 1988. A mesmerizing live performance where jazz standards are transformed into deeply personal and improvisational experiences. This album is notable for its critical acclaim and successful representation of Jarrett's live performance artistry. It highlights his unique style of blending structured compositions with free improvisation, influencing countless musicians and becoming a staple in the jazz repertoire. Here's what makes it worth your time and what to listen to next.

Frequently Asked Questions

What does Still Live sound like?

A mesmerizing live performance where jazz standards are transformed into deeply personal and improvisational experiences. Rooted in jazz.

What makes Still Live by Keith Jarrett notable?

This album is notable for its critical acclaim and successful representation of Jarrett's live performance artistry. It highlights his unique style of blending structured compositions with free improvisation, influencing countless musicians and becoming a staple in the jazz repertoire. By 1988, Keith Jarrett was already an established figure in jazz, known for his innovative solo piano performances. 'Still Live' followed his highly successful 'The Köln Concert' and showcased his ability to reinterpret jazz standards through spontaneous improvisation, solidifying his reputation as a leading artist in the genre.

Who is Still Live for?

Still Live works well if you're into dynamic exploration of familiar themes, patient improvisation with emotional depth and wave-like pacing for reflective listening.

How many songs are on Still Live?

Still Live has 9 tracks, running approximately 98 minutes.

Tracklist

9 tracks·98:12

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

Disc 1

  • 1 My Funny Valentine Standout 10:50
  • 2 Autumn Leaves Standout 10:24
  • 3 When I Fall in Love 8:22
  • 4 The Song Is You 17:33

Disc 2

  • 1 Come Rain or Come Shine 10:06
  • 2 Late Lament 8:40
  • 3 You and the Night and the Music / Extension / Intro / Someday My Prince Will Come Standout 19:08
  • 4 Billie's Bounce 9:06
  • 5 I Remember Clifford 4:01

Release Date

January 1, 1988

Genre

jazz

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Artist Origin

United States

Runtime

98 min 12 sec