I Remember Bill: A Tribute to Bill Evans

I Remember Bill: A Tribute to Bill Evans

ASIN: B0000064YD

Editorial Reviews
From Jazziz
The lasting influence that pianist Bill Evans had on the jazz world surfaced again with Don Sebesky's 1998 tribute disc, I Remember Bill. Sebesky, the arranger-in-residence for many classic CTI recordings in the '70s, here presents a collection of Evans compositions and inspirations, including renditions of "So What" and "Blue in Green" from Miles' Kind of Blue (when Evans was in Davis' band). Featured is Sebesky's arrangement of Evan's "Epilogue." It showcases the clarinet of Eddie Daniels, whose comfort level with orchestral settings is also well-evidenced on 1995's The Five Seasons (Shanachie).

--- JAZZIZ Magazine Copyright © 2000, Milor Entertainment, Inc.

Entertainment Weekly
Thoughtful and daringly conceived one moment, lightweight and saccharine the next, arranger Sebesky's heartfelt tribute to the innovative pianist Bill Evans triumphs despite its occasional missteps.

Tracks:

Waltz For Debby
I Remember Bill
So What
Quiet Now
All The Things You Are
Peace Piece
Bill, Not Gil
Very Early
T.T.T.T. (Twelve Tone Tune Two)
Autumn Leaves
Blue In Green
I'm Getting Sentimental Over You
Epilogue
Bill Evans Interview

Customer Reviews:

Excellent Arangements and Fine Musicianship.......1999-12-31

Don Sebesky does an excellent job of bringing the artistry of seasoned artists like Bob Brookmeyer and Toots Thielemans, as well as younger stalwarts such as Hubert Laws and Eddie Daniels to the session. The arrangements run the gamut from sparse to orchestral. And while this is a tribute to a great pianist, there are no keyboards here. This leaves room for the fine rhythm work of guitarist Larry Coryell, bassist Marc Johnson, and drummer Joe LaBarbera to set the tone.

There is a lot of magic here. On Miles' "So What", we are launched into a musical tornado, and within seconds left with only guitar, bass and drums. When the melody comes, it at double tempo, giving rise to fine haunting solos by our musicians. Another heart felt piece, "Blue in Green", with lyrics by Sebesky and the voice of Jeanie Bryson is a gem.

If you're a jazz buff, this should be in your collection. If you're looking for fine composition and arrangements, with some of the best players in jazz, look no further.

A unique concept from a unique man........1999-03-01

the arrangement of waltz for debby just won a grammy for a man who has been long overdue to win one. This cd, without a piano, but with exceptional orchestral and big band playing, rates as one of mr. sebesky's best to date, along with his work with audra mcdonald, john pizzarelli, and the stephen sondheim cd with the london symphony. this cd is a must for any lover of music in general, and bill evans in particular. songs touched upon include, the title track, so what and i remember bill, a sebesky original. Soloists on the cd range from, eddie daniels to larry coryell to toots thielmans. excellance abounds on a cd that a sure hit with any true music fan!

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