I was introduced to Bill Evans by 2 people in another forum -thanks to jafant, and gprace. The first album I heard of Bill Evans, "Portraits of Jazz" and I was hooked.
Now I have over 20 of his CD albums. My most favorite from the 60s are "Explorations" and "How My Heart Sings". The recording and mastering of the CD are excellent! From the 70s, my favorites are "Quintessence" and "I Will Say Goodbye". I give Bill Evans CDs as gifts to friends I know who appreciates good music.
I am disappointed with "Undercurrent" album’s recording, the one with Jim Hall. The dynamic range seems compressed, sounds kind of like listening to AM radio. Among the Bill Evans duets, I like Cannonball Adderley and Chet Baker the best.
So glad I was introduced to Bill Evans. I was 11 when Bill Evans passed away. ....alas I never had a chance to see him in concert.
Now I have over 20 of his CD albums. My most favorite from the 60s are "Explorations" and "How My Heart Sings". The recording and mastering of the CD are excellent! From the 70s, my favorites are "Quintessence" and "I Will Say Goodbye". I give Bill Evans CDs as gifts to friends I know who appreciates good music.
I am disappointed with "Undercurrent" album’s recording, the one with Jim Hall. The dynamic range seems compressed, sounds kind of like listening to AM radio. Among the Bill Evans duets, I like Cannonball Adderley and Chet Baker the best.
So glad I was introduced to Bill Evans. I was 11 when Bill Evans passed away. ....alas I never had a chance to see him in concert.