The Ivory Hunters
Bill Evans · 1959
42 min · 6 tracks · post-bop · cool jazz · modal jazz
A sophisticated blend of cool jazz and romantic ballads illuminated by Evans' lyrical piano style.
Why listen to this
- Best for
- long, immersive listening sessions late-night contemplative moods gradual builds and payoffs
- Context
- Released in 1959, 'The Ivory Hunters' came during Bill Evans' rise as a leading figure in jazz following his pivotal work on Miles Davis's 'Kind of Blue.' This album captured Evans' unique interplay with other musicians and showcased his developing style characterized by modal harmony and intricate arrangements.
- If you like
- post-bop, cool jazz, modal jazz
The Ivory Hunters is an album by Bill Evans, released in 1959. A sophisticated blend of cool jazz and romantic ballads illuminated by Evans' lyrical piano style. 'The Ivory Hunters' is noted for its critical acclaim, receiving positive reviews from jazz critics and fans alike. It contributed to the evolution of cool jazz, influencing a generation of pianists and solidifying Evans' reputation as an innovative artist in the genre. Here's what makes it worth your time and what to listen to next.
Frequently Asked Questions
What does The Ivory Hunters sound like?
A sophisticated blend of cool jazz and romantic ballads illuminated by Evans' lyrical piano style. Rooted in post-bop and cool jazz.
What makes The Ivory Hunters by Bill Evans notable?
'The Ivory Hunters' is noted for its critical acclaim, receiving positive reviews from jazz critics and fans alike. It contributed to the evolution of cool jazz, influencing a generation of pianists and solidifying Evans' reputation as an innovative artist in the genre. Released in 1959, 'The Ivory Hunters' came during Bill Evans' rise as a leading figure in jazz following his pivotal work on Miles Davis's 'Kind of Blue.' This album captured Evans' unique interplay with other musicians and showcased his developing style characterized by modal harmony and intricate arrangements.
Who is The Ivory Hunters for?
The Ivory Hunters works well if you're into long, immersive listening sessions, late-night contemplative moods and gradual builds and payoffs.
How many songs are on The Ivory Hunters?
The Ivory Hunters has 6 tracks, running approximately 42 minutes.
Tracklist
Best experienced from track one — press play and let it unfold.
- 1 Honeysuckle Rose 5:55
- 2 As Time Goes By Standout 6:56
- 3 The Way You Look Tonight Standout 7:40
- 4 It Could Happen to You 7:26
- 5 The Man I Love 5:57
- 6 I Got Rhythm Standout 8:31
Release Date
September 1, 1959
Artist Origin
United States
Runtime
42 min 25 sec
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