The Bill Evans Album cover

The Bill Evans Album

Bill Evans · 1971

70 min · 10 tracks · post-bop · cool jazz · modal jazz

A reflective blend of intricate melodies and harmonically rich improvisation, steeped in the essence of cool jazz.

Is this for you?

Good fit if you like

  • steady melodic exploration throughout
  • reflective moments for deep thinking
  • ideal for late-night introspection
  • intricate improvisation details emerge
  • suitable for extended listening sessions

Maybe skip if you want

  • prefer fast-paced, energetic music
  • seek immediate gratification in tracks

Where this album fits

Career context
By 1971, Bill Evans was already an established figure in jazz, having released several influential albums since his debut in 1956. 'The Bill Evans Album' came after his acclaimed work on the soundtrack for 'The Paris Blues' (1961) and showcased a mature sound with a focus on lyrical expression and harmonic complexity amid his evolving musical style.
Stylistic neighbors
Chick Corea· Keith Jarrett· Herbie Hancock

Tracklist

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

  • 1 Funkallero 7:49
  • 2 The Two Lonely People 6:13
  • 3 Sugar Plum 7:05
  • 4 Waltz for Debby 7:45
  • 5 T.T.T. (Twelve Tone Tune) 6:40
  • 6 Re: Person I Knew 5:55
  • 7 Comrade Conrad 7:39
  • 8 Waltz for Debby (alternate) 7:52
  • 9 Re: Person I Knew (alternate) 7:21
  • 10 Funkallero (alternate) 6:11

Reference: Wikipedia · MusicBrainz · Wikidata