At Maybeck: Maybeck Recital Hall Series Volume Twenty cover

At Maybeck: Maybeck Recital Hall Series Volume Twenty

Jim McNeely · 1992

67 min · 10 tracks · jazz

A vibrant blend of improvisational brilliance and intricate melodies that showcase the depth of jazz artistry.

Top tracks — play these first

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    There Will Never Be Another You — This track exemplifies McNeely's interpretive skill, blending lush harmonies with intricate improvisations that breathe new life into a jazz standard.
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    'round Midnight — McNeely's interpretation of this iconic piece highlights his ability to convey deep emotion through nuanced phrasing and dynamic contrasts.
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    Body and Soul — This rendition showcases McNeely’s technical prowess and expressive playing style, transforming a well-known ballad into an intimate exploration of sound.

Moments worth listening for

Where the writing does something specific.

  • 'round Midnight

    The transition into the bridge features a surprising shift in tempo that underscores the song's melancholic theme.

    This structural choice enhances the emotional impact, allowing listeners to experience a moment of introspection before returning to the familiar refrain.

Tracklist

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

  • 1 Introductory Announcement 0:12
  • 2 There Will Never Be Another You 5:27
  • 3 Zingaro 9:14
  • 4 Bye-Ya 7:04
  • 5 'round Midnight 7:58
  • 6 Poco Loco 6:07
  • 7 Touch 8:59
  • 8 All the Things You Are 7:01
  • 9 Body and Soul 8:37
  • 10 Breaking Up, Breaking Out 6:51

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