Bill Evans

An in-depth exploration of the playing style of one of the most influential pianists in jazz. This book/CD pack uses excerpts from a dozen of Evans' best songs to demonstrate his various trademark styles. The CD includes full performance examples, as well as some slowed-down piano solo parts. Songs: Five, One for Helen, The Opener, Peace Piece, Peri's Scope, Quiet Now, Re: Person I Knew, 34 Skidoo, Time Remembered, Turn Out the Stars, Very Early, Waltz for Debby. Includes an introduction by the author.