Live at the Maybeck Recital Hall, Volume Nine cover

Live at the Maybeck Recital Hall, Volume Nine

Marian McPartland · 1991

66 min · 16 tracks · swing · post-bop · bebop

Elegant piano melodies intertwine with intricate improvisations, showcasing intimate jazz artistry in a live setting.

Is this for you?

Good fit if you like

  • intimate live performance atmosphere
  • steady pacing for relaxed listening
  • elegant melodies for quiet evenings
  • intricate improvisations to appreciate
  • for enthusiasts

Maybe skip if you want

  • seeking high-energy engagement
  • prefer fast-paced compositions

Where this album fits

Career context
By 1991, Marian McPartland had established herself as a prominent figure in jazz, known for her radio show 'Piano Jazz'. 'Live at the Maybeck Recital Hall, Volume Nine' is part of her live album series that highlights her spontaneous performances, following earlier volumes released throughout the late 1980s and early 1990s. This album captures her artistic maturity and deep connection with the jazz tradition.
Stylistic neighbors
Bill Evans· Cecil Taylor· Chick Corea

Tracklist

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

  • 1 This Time the Dream's on Me 4:03
  • 2 A Fine Romance 3:13
  • 3 Willow Weep for Me 5:42
  • 4 Twilight World 4:22
  • 5 Clothed Woman 3:33
  • 6 Prelude to a Kiss 5:21
  • 7 The Duke 4:26
  • 8 Theme From Piano Jazz 2:32
  • 9 Love You Madly 4:34
  • 10 Easy Living 4:07
  • 11 Things Ain't What They Used to Be 3:24
  • 12 I Should Care 3:49
  • 13 My Funny Valentine 5:23
  • 14 Turn Around 4:14
  • 15 It's You or No One 4:13
  • 16 I'll Be Around 4:03

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