This live jazz album, recorded on June 15, 1968, at the Montreux Jazz Festival in Switzerland, showcases the extraordinary artistry of Bill Evans on piano, accompanied by Eddie Gómez on bass and Jack DeJohnette on drums. Capturing the trio at a peak of creative interplay, the album presents a captivating blend of original compositions and classic standards.
The repertoire features Evans originals such as “One for Helen” and “Nardis”, alongside his masterful interpretations of timeless pieces like “Someday My Prince Will Come” and “Embraceable You”. This enthralling performance earned the album the 1969 Grammy Award for Best Jazz Instrumental Album and is widely regarded as one of Evans’s finest live recordings.
Discover the magic of this landmark album that highlights the profound musical chemistry and innovative spirit of one of jazz’s most influential pianists and his remarkable trio.