Bill Evans Trio with Symphony Orchestra cover

Released 60 years ago

Bill Evans Trio with Symphony Orchestra

Bill Evans · 1966

38 min · 8 tracks · jazz

Orchestral strings entwine with intricate piano lines, creating a lush and reflective soundscape that deepens the jazz experience.

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Top tracks — play these first

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    Time Remembered — This track exemplifies Evans' lyrical piano style, combining melancholic melodies with rich orchestral textures that evoke a sense of nostalgia and introspection.
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    Granadas Start here — The opening track sets the tone for the album, showcasing Evans' delicate phrasing alongside sweeping orchestral sweeps that create a dramatic and engaging introduction.
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    Elegia (Elegy) — This piece highlights the emotional depth of Evans' playing, where each note feels weighty against the lush backdrop, creating a profound sense of reflection.

Elevation

Our rating, out of 100 — and why.

AI-generated from five scored dimensions. An opinion, not a measurement.

Instrumental
64 /100
Treeline
Higher than 79% of albums we've rated

The album blends orchestral and jazz elements effectively, showcasing strong composition and cohesion.

What we noticed

  • The album features orchestral strings that intertwine with the piano, creating a layered texture that enhances the jazz elements.
  • Each track maintains a reflective mood, with slow to mid-tempo arrangements that allow for intricate improvisation.
  • The orchestration varies across tracks, with some featuring lush string sections while others focus more on the piano's melodic lines.
Composition 25% of the score
8/10

the writing — melody, harmony, structure, lyrics

Craft 20% of the score
7/10

production, performance, arrangement

Durability 25% of the score
6/10

whether it rewards returning to it

Distinctiveness 18% of the score
7/10

whether it sounds like itself

Sequencing 12% of the score
8/10

running order, pacing, length

Influence 6/10

Significant within its genre. Reported but not counted — how far a record travelled describes its reception rather than the record, and a newer release has had less time to travel than an older one.

Is this for you?

Good fit if you like

  • dreamy orchestral piano interplay
  • steady melodic exploration
  • introspective afternoon listening
  • lush soundscapes for reflection

Maybe skip if you

  • seeking upbeat dance tracks
  • prefer short standalone songs

Where this album fits

In the catalog
Experimental — Introduces orchestral elements, departing from traditional jazz trio format.
Career context
By 1966, Bill Evans had established himself as a leading figure in jazz, following his landmark album 'Sunday at the Village Vanguard' in 1961. 'Bill Evans Trio with Symphony Orchestra' represents a significant collaboration that showcases his innovative approach to blending jazz with orchestral elements, marking an artistic expansion from his traditional trio work.
Stylistic neighbors
Chick Corea· Keith Jarrett· Herbie Hancock
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Tracklist

  • 1 Granadas Start here 5:54
  • 2 Valse 5:52
  • 3 Prelude 3:01
  • 4 Time Remembered 4:10
  • 5 Pavane 4:01
  • 6 Elegia (Elegy) 5:12
  • 7 My Bells 3:48
  • 8 Blue Interlude 6:04

What to play next

Further Conversations with Myself
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