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10 Years Solo Live

Brad Mehldau · 2015

305 min · 32 tracks · jazz fusion

A reflective journey through jazz standards and contemporary classics, showcasing Mehldau's improvisational prowess and lyrical touch.

Is this for you?

Good fit if you like

  • reflective journey through improvisation
  • dynamic peaks and valleys
  • long-form engagement with depth
  • introspective moments of tranquility
  • thoughtful exploration of classics

Maybe skip if you want

  • want quick, catchy tracks
  • prefer upbeat party atmosphere

Where this album fits

Career context
By 2015, Brad Mehldau had established himself as a prominent figure in jazz, with several acclaimed studio albums behind him. '10 Years Solo Live' marks a significant milestone, being a celebration of his decade-long exploration of solo piano performances. This release followed his 2013 album 'Largo', which had further solidified his reputation for innovative interpretations.

Tracklist

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

Disc 1

  • 1 Dream Brother 13:34
  • 2 Blackbird 6:31
  • 3 Jigsaw Falling Into Place 11:52
  • 4 Meditation I: Lord Watch Over Me 8:45
  • 5 And I Love Her 15:59
  • 6 My Favorite Things 12:14
  • 7 This Here 8:15

Disc 2

  • 1 Smells Like Teen Spirit 9:37
  • 2 Waltz for J.B. 6:05
  • 3 Get Happy 12:31
  • 4 I’m Old Fashioned 5:20
  • 5 Teardrop 14:14
  • 6 Holland 11:06
  • 7 Meditation II: Love Meditation 5:53
  • 8 Knives Out 11:34

Disc 3

  • 1 Lost Chords 9:29
  • 2 Countdown 10:42
  • 3 On the Street Where You Live 7:09
  • 4 Think of One 7:46
  • 5 Medley: Zingaro / Paris 10:42
  • 6 John Boy 3:35
  • 7 Brahms: Intermezzo in B‐flat major, op. 76: no 4 2:39
  • 8 Junk 5:07
  • 9 Los Angeles II 5:17
  • 10 Monk’s Mood 4:45
  • 11 Knives Out 7:23

Disc 4

  • 1 Le mémoire et la mer 10:37
  • 2 Bittersweet Symphony / Waterloo Sunset 15:51
  • 3 Brahms: Intermezzo in E Minor, op. 119: no 2 5:07
  • 4 Interstate Love Song 17:58
  • 5 Hey You 11:07
  • 6 God Only Knows 16:44

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