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Munich 2016

Keith Jarrett · 2019

93 min · 15 tracks · jazz

A captivating blend of improvisational jazz and poignant melodies, weaving intricate narratives through piano-driven soundscapes.

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Top tracks — play these first

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    Part I Start here — The opening track sets the tone for the entire performance with expansive improvisation that highlights Jarrett's emotive playing and intricate harmonies.
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    Somewhere Over the Rainbow — This interpretation transforms a well-known standard into a deeply personal reflection, showcasing Jarrett's ability to draw out emotional nuances from familiar melodies.
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    Answer Me My Love — Jarrett's rendition brings a haunting quality to this classic, emphasizing the melancholic aspects of the piece while maintaining an improvisational spirit.

Is this for you?

Good fit if you like

  • patient exploration of musical themes
  • introspective evening listening experience
  • shifts between calm and tension
  • long-form immersive soundscapes

Maybe skip if you

  • prefer concise, structured tracks
  • want immediate gratification

Where this album fits

In the catalog
Late Career Highlight — A strong late-career release showcasing continued artistic vitality.
Themes
concert stage return· emotive piano improvisation· haunting jazz standards
Career context
Released in 2019, Munich 2016 is a live album capturing Keith Jarrett's return to the concert stage after a health-related hiatus. This performance showcases his unique improvisational style, which has defined his career since the 1970s, particularly during his acclaimed solo concerts.
Stylistic neighbors
Chick Corea· Brad Mehldau· Bill Evans
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Tracklist

Disc 1

  • 1 Part I Start here 13:58
  • 2 Part II 7:23
  • 3 Part III 6:15
  • 4 Part IV 4:15
  • 5 Part V 4:29
  • 6 Part VI 6:08
  • 7 Part VII 2:20

Disc 2

  • 1 Part VIII 8:08
  • 2 Part IX 3:27
  • 3 Part X 7:44
  • 4 Part XI 9:01
  • 5 Part XII 3:19
  • 6 Answer Me My Love 4:40
  • 7 It’s a Lonesome Old Town 5:43
  • 8 Somewhere Over the Rainbow 6:43

What to play next

Budapest Concert
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Budapest Concert

2020

Continues the live performance energy with fresh interpretations and improvisation.
A Multitude of Angels
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A Multitude of Angels

2016

Sets the stage for the improvisational style found in Munich 2016.
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Chick Corea

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Combines emotive melodies and innovative piano work, echoing the haunting and narrative style of Jarrett.

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