The Tony Bennett/Bill Evans Album cover

The Tony Bennett/Bill Evans Album

Bill Evans · 1975

34 min · 9 tracks · post-bop · cool jazz · modal jazz

A lush dialogue between Bennett's emotive voice and Evans' intricate piano, weaving timeless romantic standards.

The Tony Bennett/Bill Evans Album is an album by Bill Evans, released in 1975. A lush dialogue between Bennett's emotive voice and Evans' intricate piano, weaving timeless romantic standards. This album is notable for its fusion of jazz and vocal music, showcasing how improvisational musicianship can complement lyrical performance. It received positive critical reception and helped solidify the trend of jazz vocal collaborations, influencing future projects between jazz musicians and singers. Here's what makes it worth your time and what to listen to next.

Frequently Asked Questions

What does The Tony Bennett/Bill Evans Album sound like?

A lush dialogue between Bennett's emotive voice and Evans' intricate piano, weaving timeless romantic standards. Rooted in post-bop and cool jazz.

What makes The Tony Bennett/Bill Evans Album by Bill Evans notable?

This album is notable for its fusion of jazz and vocal music, showcasing how improvisational musicianship can complement lyrical performance. It received positive critical reception and helped solidify the trend of jazz vocal collaborations, influencing future projects between jazz musicians and singers. By the time 'The Tony Bennett/Bill Evans Album' was released in 1975, Bill Evans had already established himself as a leading figure in jazz, known for his innovative modal harmony and lyrical playing style. This collaboration marked a significant moment in his career, pairing him with the renowned vocalist Tony Bennett during a period when both artists were exploring new artistic territories.

How many songs are on The Tony Bennett/Bill Evans Album?

The Tony Bennett/Bill Evans Album has 9 tracks, running approximately 34 minutes.

Tracklist

9 tracks·34:54

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

  • 1 Young and Foolish 3:50
  • 2 The Touch of Your Lips 3:54
  • 3 Some Other Time 4:40
  • 4 When in Rome 2:53
  • 5 We’ll Be Together Again 4:36
  • 6 My Foolish Heart Standout 4:47
  • 7 Waltz for Debby Standout 4:20
  • 8 But Beautiful Standout 3:34
  • 9 Days of Wine and Roses 2:20

Release Date

January 1, 1975

Genre

cool jazz, modal jazz, post-bop

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Artist Origin

United States

Runtime

34 min 54 sec