Book of Ways
Keith Jarrett · 1987
101 min · 19 tracks · jazz
A meditative exploration of improvisational piano, weaving minimalist motifs with complex emotional undercurrents.
Is this for you?
Good fit if you like
- meditative exploration of sound
- dynamic peaks and valleys
- long-form improvisational journey
- patient unfolding of motifs
- introspective headphone listening
Maybe skip if you want
- seeking instant gratification
- prefer short, standalone tracks
Where this album fits
- Career context
- By the time 'Book of Ways' was released in 1987, Keith Jarrett had established himself as a leading figure in jazz, known for his innovative solo performances and improvisations. This album followed his critically acclaimed 'The Koln Concert' (1975) and marked a pivot towards more structured compositions, showcasing his ability to blend free-form jazz with classical influences.
- Stylistic neighbors
- Chick Corea· Brad Mehldau· Bill Evans
Tracklist
Best experienced from track one — press play and let it unfold.
Disc 1
- 1 Book of Ways, Vol. 1: Book of Ways 1 9:17
- 2 Book of Ways, Vol. 1: Book of Ways 2 3:46
- 3 Book of Ways, Vol. 1: Book of Ways 3 4:12
- 4 Book of Ways, Vol. 1: Book of Ways 4 5:01
- 5 Book of Ways, Vol. 1: Book of Ways 5 3:07
- 6 Book of Ways, Vol. 1: Book of Ways 6 4:16
- 7 Book of Ways, Vol. 1: Book of Ways 7 3:34
- 8 Book of Ways, Vol. 1: Book of Ways 8 5:43
- 9 Book of Ways, Vol. 1: Book of Ways 9 5:11
- 10 Book of Ways, Vol. 1: Book of Ways 10 3:36
Disc 2
- 1 Book of Ways, Vol. 2: Book of Ways 1 6:23
- 2 Book of Ways, Vol. 2: Book of Ways 2 4:16
- 3 Book of Ways, Vol. 2: Book of Ways 3 4:45
- 4 Book of Ways, Vol. 2: Book of Ways 4 7:18
- 5 Book of Ways, Vol. 2: Book of Ways 5 5:56
- 6 Book of Ways, Vol. 2: Book of Ways 6 7:34
- 7 Book of Ways, Vol. 2: Book of Ways 7 4:03
- 8 Book of Ways, Vol. 2: Book of Ways 8 7:24
- 9 Book of Ways, Vol. 2: Book of Ways 9 5:39
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