Keith Jarrett & Charlie Haden: Jasmine | CD reveiw

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This is Jarrett's first studio recording in 12 years and, therefore, quite an event. As a concept, these piano-and-bass explorations of eight classic American songs could not be simpler, but the poise and subtlety of both thought and execution make it a spellbinding experience. Jarrett has a remarkable talent for creating an aura of stillness around him, so that every note he plays stands out clear and bright and the slightest harmonic nuance carries meaning. Haden's bass, with its intimate, woody tone, lays the perfect groundwork, as always.

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Dave Gelly

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