Beautiful work from that legendary trio that featured
Keith Jarrett on piano,
Gary Peacock on bass, and
Jack DeJohnette on drums – the group that was sometimes known as
Jarrett's "Standards" trio, but which could do so much more than such a name might imply! The songs are familar, and some are jazz standards – but they're also delivered with this fluid sense of shape and tone that's the best illustration of the group dynamics of each member –
Peacock's sublime bass given more of a rhythmic focus than on some ECM albums,
DeJohnette both open and swinging on the kit – and
Jarrett bringing that exploratory vibe of his solo performances, but with more rhythm and interplay. Titles include "The Masquerade Is Over", "Old Folks", "Scrapple From The Apple", "Doxy", "One For Majid", "Moment's Notice", "When I Fall In Love", and even a reading of "Santa Claus Is Coming To Town".
(Includes slipcase.)