Edition: Paperback Book & CD Package, Piano

Description: 72 Pages

Now with a CD! Bill Evans, the pianist, is a towering figure acknowledged by the jazz world, fans, musicians and critics. However, Bill Evans the composer has yet to take his place alongside the great masters of composition. Therein lies the sole purpose of this book. A compilation of articles now revised and expanded that originally appeared in the quarterly newsletter Letter From Evans, this unique folio features extensive analysis of Evans' work. Pieces examined include: B Minor Waltz Funny Man How Deep Is the Ocean I Fall in Love Too Easily I Should Care Peri's Scope Time Remembered and Twelve Tone Tune. The accompanying CD adds to the enjoyment, understanding, and appreciation of the written examples. Author Jack Reilly is a pianist, composer and educator in both the jazz and classical genres. He has chaired the Jazz Studies departments of the New England Conservatory of Music, Mannes College of Music, and The New School. He is presently Jazz Piano Professor at Rowan College in New Jersey.

Note: Harmony of Bill Evans Volume 2 also available, product code 311828.