Oscar Peterson et Joe Pass à Salle Pleyel
95 min · 17 tracks · blues · funk · bebop
A vibrant showcase of jazz virtuosity blending intricate melodies with improvisational flair.
Why this album works
This album is notable for its critical acclaim and showcases the chemistry between Oscar Peterson and Joe Pass, both giants of jazz guitar and piano. The performance at Salle Pleyel highlighted their improvisational prowess and contributed to the live jazz recording trend, influencing future generations of musicians.
- Best for
- dynamic exploration of standards wave-like pacing with improvisational flair for late-night listening
- Context
- Released in 1974, this live album captures Oscar Peterson during a prolific period in his career, following the acclaimed 'Night Train' and his collaborations with various artists. At this point, Peterson had established himself as a key figure in jazz, known for his exceptional piano technique and interpretative skills.
- Stylistic neighbors
- Charles Aznavour· Leon Redbone· Bruce Cockburn· Paul Bley· Frank Sinatra· Ella Fitzgerald· Aretha Franklin· Bing Crosby
Tracklist
Best experienced from track one — press play and let it unfold.
Disc 1
- 1 I Gotta Right to Sing the Blues Standout 4:20
- 2 Mirage 2:47
- 3 Tenderly 7:37
- 4 (Back Home Again in) Indiana Standout 3:29
- 5 It Never Entered My Mind 5:28
- 6 Ellingtonia: Take the "A" Train / In a Sentimental Mood / Satin Doll / Lady of the Lavender Mist / Things Ain't What They Used to Be Standout 8:53
- 7 Sweet Georgia Brown 4:25
- 8 Darn That Dream 6:02
- 9 Medley: The Summer Knows (Theme From "The Summer of '42") / What Are You Doing the Rest of Your Life? 6:40
Disc 2
- 1 Everything I Love 4:38
- 2 It's All Right With Me 5:30
- 3 Stella by Starlight 7:02
- 4 Just You, Just Me 3:56
- 5 If 7:47
- 6 Honeysuckle Rose 5:03
- 7 Blues for Bise 6:06
- 8 Pleyel Bis 5:52
Reference: Wikipedia · MusicBrainz · Wikidata
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