Jazz pianist Bill Evans's first released solo record almost glows with an absence of self-consciousness and a pure connection between Evans and his music. This sense of unaffected ease, of effortless flow between keys, chords, and tones, won ... Full DescriptionEvans his third Grammy for ALONE. As usual, Evans's repertoire is heavy on American pop songs, taking compositions like "On A Clear Day (You Can See Forever)" to incomparably innovative places with his subtle, probing style. The introspective, nuanced version of "Never Let Me Go" is perhaps the most remarkable number, with the final two CD bonus tracks feeling tacked on; they include alternate takes of "Midnight Mood" and "A Time For Love," and both lack the sense of unity which characterizes the rest of ALONE.

All tracks have been digitally remastered.

This is part of Verve Records "Master Edition" series.

Additional Tracks

Recorded at Webster Hall, New York, New York between September & October 1968. Includes liner notes by Phil Bailey and Bill Evans.