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Bill Evans - The Tokyo Concert
Review by Salocin Dot TEN www.salocinten.info
The Tokyo Concert by Bill Evans is a masterpiece of jazz music that showcases the pianist's incredible talent and skill. Recorded live in Tokyo in 1973, the album captures Evans at the height of his career, performing some of his most popular and beloved compositions.
The album features Evans' signature style of playing, which is characterized by his delicate touch, intricate harmonies, and lyrical improvisations. He is accompanied by a talented rhythm section, which includes bassist Eddie Gomez and drummer Marty Morell, who provide a solid foundation for Evans' virtuosity.
The Tokyo Concert includes a mix of original compositions and jazz standards, such as "Emily," "Someday My Prince Will Come," and "Nardis." Each track is a showcase for Evans' exceptional musicianship, as he effortlessly weaves complex melodies and harmonies into a cohesive whole.
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Tracks
| Track | Duration | Preview |
|---|---|---|
| T.T.T.T. (Twelve Tone Tune Two) | 6:28 | |
| Up With The Lark | 6:49 | |
| Up with the Lark | 06:47 | |
| Mornin' Glory | 5:48 | |
| Gloria's Step | 07:57 | |
| Gloria's Step | 7:13 | |
| Hullo Bolinas | 4:01 | |
| Mornin' Glory | 05:47 | |
| Yesterday I Heard The Rain | 6:33 | |
| My Romance | 8:39 | |
| Yesterday I Heard the Rain | 06:33 | |
| When Autumn Comes | 6:06 | |
| On Green Dolphin Street | 06:47 | |
| Green Dolphin Street | 7:03 |
Video
Bill Evans - The Tokyo Concert (1973 Full Album)
Bill Evans Trio in Tokyo - Mornin' Glory
Images
Catalog Numbers
- OJC-345, F-9457
- 00025218634526
- F-9457
- OJCCD-345-2, F-9457
- SRCS 9169
- OJCCD-345-2
- HBS 6107
- 9160-9457
- F-9457, AMI 9457
- m.40-092 S
Labels
- Original Jazz Classics, Fantasy
- Fantasy, Universal Music Group International
- Fantasy
- Sony Records
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Formats
- Vinyl
- LP
- Album
- Reissue
- CD
- Remastered
- Promo
- Limited Edition
- Paper Sleeve
- Jewel case
Companies
| Role | Company |
|---|---|
| Recorded At | Yubin Chokin Hall |
| Distributed By | Sony Music Entertainment (Japan) Inc. |
| Phonographic Copyright (p) | Sony Music Entertainment Inc. |
| Copyright (c) | Sony Music Entertainment Inc. |
| Marketed By | BERNHARD MIKULSKI Schallplatten-Vertriebs-GmbH |
| Mastered At | Fantasy Studios |
| Published By | Northridge Music Co. |
| Recorded By | CBS/Sony |
Credits
| Role | Credit |
|---|---|
| Bass | Eddie Gomez |
| Drums | Marty Morell |
| Piano | Bill Evans |
| Producer | Helen Keane |
| Cover | Mitsuru Yamada |
| Engineer | Henichi Handa, Tomoo Suzuki, Yuiichi Maejima |
| Liner Notes | Kiyoshi Koyama |
| Photography By | Tadayuki Naito |
| Remastered By | Phil De Lancie |
| Design | Mitsuru Yamada |
| Directed By | Kiyoshi Ito |
| Photography | Tadayuki Naito |
| Recorded By | CBS/Sony |
| Mastered By | Phil De Lancie |
Notes
- Recorded in performance at Yubin Chokin Hall, Tokyo, Japan, on January 20, 1973.
- Barcode on back cover.
- Digitally remastered in 1990 at Fantasy Studios, Berkeley.
- "Blue sky with lightning" labels. This version is very similar to the following version, except the labels are slightly different; the matrices are different, too. Side A has a totally different matrix; Side 2 has a slightly different matrix.
- https://www.localhost/Bill-Evans-The-Tokyo-Concert/release/9139460
- THIS version's label is different in that:
- 1.) "STEREO" appears on left side, just above "SIDE 1"text.
- 2.) The font here is skinnier, taller than the above version's label text.
- 3.) "FANTASY RECORDS, BERKELEY, CALIFORNIA" on bottom rim is in a lighter, thinner font.
- Brown labels. Track Listings "Centered" under spindle hole.
- Blue Fantasy labels.
- Brown labels.
- Comes in mini LP replica with OBI & Japanese insert.
- ℗ & © 1974
- MADE IN GERMANY
- Tk 01 Published By – Northridge Music Co.
- Tk 02, 04 Published By – T.B. Harms, Inc.
- Tk 03 Published By – Dunbar Music
- Tk 05 Published By – Coast Music
- Tk 06, 08 Published By – Orpheum Music
- Tk 07 Published By – Wonderbuns, Inc.
- Tk 09 Published By – SBK Feist Catalog
- Quite similar to Bill Evans - The Tokyo Concert. This edition is made in Germany and has a different distributor. Tray layout and CD artwork is different.
- Marketed by Fonit Cetra,Italy
- "blue sky with lightning" labels - 1977 reissue
- Comes in standard jewel case with OBI & Japanese insert.
- Label Category F-9457 on back cover, AMI 9457 on central labels.
- Central label side B: B3 is missing
- Recorded by CBS/Sony
- ℗ 1975
- Made In Italy
- ℗ & © 1974, Fantasy Inc.
- Digital mastering, 1990 Fantasy Studios, Berkeley.
Barcodes
- Barcode: 0 25218-0345-1 7
- Matrix / Runout (Side 1 etched): <PxTR> OJC-345-A-G1A G1
- Matrix / Runout (Side 2 etched): OJC 345 B G1 (A)
- Barcode: 025218634526
- Matrix / Runout (Runout Side A): F 9457 A 1(circled) Sx S2 (etched)
- Matrix / Runout (Runout Side B): F 9457 B 1(circled) S1 Sx (etched)
- Matrix / Runout (Side 1): F9457ARE /. .\
- Matrix / Runout (Side 2): F9457 B-T2 T1
- Barcode: 02521863452
- Matrix / Runout (Runout Side A): F 9457ARE .\ /.
- Matrix / Runout (Runout Side B): F 9457BRE .\ /.
- Matrix / Runout (Runout Side A, Variant 1): F 9457A-1 .\ /.
- Matrix / Runout (Runout Side B, Variant 2): F 9457B-1 .\ /.
- Barcode: 4 988009 916996
- Rights Society: JASRAC
- Barcode: 0 90204 01111
- Matrix / Runout: MTKUI SKT DIGTP OJCCD 345-2
- Label Code: LC 0720
- SPARS Code: AAD
- Rights Society (Printed on disk): GEMA
- Rights Society (Publishing): ASCAP
- Rights Society (Publishing): BMI
- Rights Society: S.I.A.E.
- Matrix / Runout (Runout Inscription Side A): MLCS 9672 21-6-75
- Matrix / Runout (Runout Inscription Side B): MLCS 9673 21-6-75
- Other (Central Label Side A): MLCS 9672
- Other (Central Label Side B): MLCS 9673
- Barcode: 0 25218-0345-2 4
- Other (SPARS Code): AAD
- Barcode: 0 90204 01111 7
- Matrix / Runout: ZYX MASTERING OJCCD 345-2
- Label Code: LC 00720
About Bill Evans
American jazz pianist, composer, and artist. Younger brother of .
Born: 16 August 1929 in Plainfield, New Jersey, USA.
Died: 15 September 1980 in NYC, New York, USA (aged 51).
William John Evans (better known as Bill Evans) was one of the most famous and influential American jazz pianists of the 20th century. His use of impressionist harmony, inventive interpretation of traditional jazz repertoire, and trademark rhythmically independent, "singing" melodic lines influenced a generation of pianists.
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Real Name
- William John Evans
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Otaku4 (*^_^)/
This recording is a perfect example of how courteous and appreciative the Japanese audience really is. I can understand why Bill and company enjoyed going there. Thank you B.E.A. for another wonderful share.
I take this a fan Bill Evans.