Some really good suggestions here; but I can't resist the urge to include a few more. I really like Newbie's recommendations, and the jazz piano stuff Zachhanh mentions is great.
1. Bill Evan's "Waltz for Debby" is essential.
2. Still thinking about the first response above....Oscar Peterson with Joe Pass kills. No drums on these, but check out Peterson's "The Trio" or "The Giants" (guitar, bass, drums). Can't go wrong with those!
3. You really need to hear some of Keith Jarrett's Standards Trio. Perhaps the best traditional piano trio working today. Take your pick from the titles. These guys can do it all. Plus, excellent sonics.
4. I'll also second any of the classic Blue Note Sonny Clark recordings.
There is always more to mention, but these are excellent choices...I'm going to put on some joe pass!
1. Bill Evan's "Waltz for Debby" is essential.
2. Still thinking about the first response above....Oscar Peterson with Joe Pass kills. No drums on these, but check out Peterson's "The Trio" or "The Giants" (guitar, bass, drums). Can't go wrong with those!
3. You really need to hear some of Keith Jarrett's Standards Trio. Perhaps the best traditional piano trio working today. Take your pick from the titles. These guys can do it all. Plus, excellent sonics.
4. I'll also second any of the classic Blue Note Sonny Clark recordings.
There is always more to mention, but these are excellent choices...I'm going to put on some joe pass!