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Trio 64

by Bill Evans

Released: January 28, 1964

Jazz

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The album marks a departure from previous Evans' records, as it was recorded with a new drummer and bassist. "Trio 64" is an album by American jazz musician Bill Evans, released in 1964. It features performances by Evans with Gary Peacock on bass and Paul Motian on drums.

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This album contains a mix of pop and…

This album contains a mix of pop and jazz standards, including a version of the popular song "Santa Claus is Coming to Town".

There is also a beautiful original composition by…

There is also a beautiful original composition by Bill Evans himself, titled "Blue in Green".

The performances are typically characterized by Evans' fluid…

The performances are typically characterized by Evans' fluid, lyrical improvisations and the sensitive interplay between the band members.

"Trio 64" is etched as a significant album…

"Trio 64" is etched as a significant album in the discography of Bill Evans, showcasing his distinctive, introspective style.

Despite the changing of bassist and drummer, the…

Despite the changing of bassist and drummer, the album retains the sensitive, introspective playing that made Evans famous, and it is often cited as one of the standout sets from his middle period.

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Santa Claus Is Coming To Town

This album contains a mix of pop and jazz standards, including a version of the popular song "Santa Claus is Coming to Town".

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"Trio 64" is an album by American jazz musician Bill Evans, released in 1964. It features performances by Evans with Gary Peacock on bass and Paul Motian on drums. The album marks a departure from previous Evans' records, as it was recorded with a new drummer and bassist.

This album contains a mix of pop and jazz standards, including a version of the popular song "Santa Claus is Coming to Town". There is also a beautiful original composition by Bill Evans himself, titled "Blue in Green". The performances are typically characterized by Evans' fluid, lyrical improvisations and the sensitive interplay between the band members.

"Trio 64" is etched as a significant album in the discography of Bill Evans, showcasing his distinctive, introspective style. Despite the changing of bassist and drummer, the album retains the sensitive, introspective playing that made Evans famous, and it is often cited as one of the standout sets from his middle period.