Re: Person I Knew
Bill Evans · 1981
49 min · 8 tracks · jazz
A contemplative blend of cool jazz harmonies and intricate improvisation that showcases Evans' lyrical piano style.
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Re: Person I Knew Start here — The title track encapsulates the essence of Evans' reflective style with its poignant melodies and intricate improvisation, making it a key piece in his discography.
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Sugar Plum — This track showcases Evans' playful yet sophisticated approach to composition, blending light-heartedness with complex harmonic structures that invite deep listening.
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Emily — A beautiful rendition that highlights Evans' ability to convey emotion through delicate phrasing and subtle dynamics, underscoring the album's overall introspective nature.
Elevation
Our rating, out of 100 — and why.
AI-generated from five scored dimensions. An opinion, not a measurement.
InstrumentalThe album's intricate compositions and strong performances highlight Evans' mastery in jazz piano.
What we noticed
- The album features extended improvisational sections, with several tracks exceeding six minutes, allowing for deep exploration of themes.
- Each piece showcases intricate interplay between the piano and bass, often with the piano leading in melodic development while the bass provides harmonic support.
- The track 'T.T.T. (Twelve Tone Tune)' employs a twelve-tone technique, creating a distinct contrast to the more lyrical pieces surrounding it.
- Composition 25% of the score
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8/10
- Craft 20% of the score
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9/10
- Durability 25% of the score
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8/10
- Distinctiveness 18% of the score
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8/10
- Sequencing 12% of the score
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7/10
the writing — melody, harmony, structure, lyrics
production, performance, arrangement
whether it rewards returning to it
whether it sounds like itself
running order, pacing, length
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
- steady melodic exploration throughout
- contemplative moments for reflection
- intricate harmonies inviting focus
- evening relaxation with soft ambiance
Maybe skip if you
- seeking upbeat party tracks
- prefer short, standalone songs
Where this album fits
- In the catalog
- Late Career Highlight — Released in his later years, it showcases Evans' continued artistic vitality.
- Career context
- By the time 'Re: Person I Knew' was released in January 1981, Bill Evans had firmly established himself as a significant figure in jazz, particularly through his innovative use of modal jazz. This album came shortly after his return to recording following a period of personal and professional challenges, including the death of long-time collaborator Scott LaFaro. Evans' work during this era reflected both a maturation of his sound and an exploration of deeper emotional expression.
- Stylistic neighbors
- Chick Corea· Keith Jarrett· Herbie Hancock
Tracklist
- 1 Re: Person I Knew Start here 5:20
- 2 Sugar Plum 8:17
- 3 Alfie 4:59
- 4 T.T.T. (Twelve Tone Tune) 5:31
- 5 Excerpt From Dolphin Dance / Very Early 7:26
- 6 34 Skidoo 6:05
- 7 Emily 5:17
- 8 Are You All the Things 6:21
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