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We Will Meet Again

Bill Evans · 1979

61 min · 8 tracks · post-bop · cool jazz · modal jazz

A contemplative blend of cool jazz harmonies and intricate improvisation that resonates with deep emotional undertones.

Why listen to this

Best for
long, immersive listening sessions late-night contemplative moods dynamic emotional journeys
Context
By the time 'We Will Meet Again' was released in 1979, Bill Evans had established himself as a prominent figure in jazz, following his influential work in the 1950s and 1960s. This album came during a period of personal and professional reflection for Evans, after experiencing significant challenges including health issues and changes in his musical direction.
If you like
post-bop, cool jazz, modal jazz

We Will Meet Again is an album by Bill Evans, released in 1979. A contemplative blend of cool jazz harmonies and intricate improvisation that resonates with deep emotional undertones. This album is notable for its introspective quality and features some of Evans' most lyrical compositions. It received positive critical reception, helping to cement Evans' legacy as a master of jazz piano who continued to evolve artistically throughout his career. Here's what makes it worth your time and what to listen to next.

Frequently Asked Questions

What does We Will Meet Again sound like?

A contemplative blend of cool jazz harmonies and intricate improvisation that resonates with deep emotional undertones. Rooted in post-bop and cool jazz.

What makes We Will Meet Again by Bill Evans notable?

This album is notable for its introspective quality and features some of Evans' most lyrical compositions. It received positive critical reception, helping to cement Evans' legacy as a master of jazz piano who continued to evolve artistically throughout his career. By the time 'We Will Meet Again' was released in 1979, Bill Evans had established himself as a prominent figure in jazz, following his influential work in the 1950s and 1960s. This album came during a period of personal and professional reflection for Evans, after experiencing significant challenges including health issues and changes in his musical direction.

Who is We Will Meet Again for?

We Will Meet Again works well if you're into long, immersive listening sessions, late-night contemplative moods and dynamic emotional journeys.

How many songs are on We Will Meet Again?

We Will Meet Again has 8 tracks, running approximately 61 minutes.

Tracklist

8 tracks·61:57

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

  • 1 Comrade Conrad 10:08
  • 2 Laurie Standout 8:22
  • 3 Bill's Hit Tune Standout 10:52
  • 4 For All We Know (We May Never Meet Again) Standout 3:40
  • 5 Five 9:14
  • 6 Only Child 10:51
  • 7 Peri's Scope 6:14
  • 8 We Will Meet Again 2:33

Release Date

January 1, 1979

Genre

cool jazz, modal jazz, post-bop

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Artist Origin

United States

Runtime

61 min 57 sec