Keith Jarrett: American Quartet Part III

One of the most remarkable aspects of Jarrett's American Quartet was the obvious breadth of their influences and capabilities. And while free jazz was a strong suit in their arsenal, there were other moments when this band was downright FUNKY.

Rhythm and blues, rock and gospel run wild across many of the Quartet's recordings, as exemplified by this pair of tunes. Guitarist Sam Brown plays on Take Me Back, as part of the quartet's only release on Columbia.

Keith Jarrett - Take Me Back*
From Expectations: Columbia KG 31580 [Buy]

Keith Jarrett - Le Mistral
From The Impulse Years 1973-1974: Impulse! IMPD5-237 [Buy]

Paul Motian

Worth a Visit: a comprehensive review of Bill Evan's versions of Stella by Starlight over at Xanax Taxi.

*Take Me Back is converted from an original copy on vinyl. I apologise for any moments substandard sound.