This compilation presents, on 18 LP’S, the full results of 20 recording sessions from the pivotal eight-year period (1956-63) that launched the remarkable career of Bill Evans and defined his position as one of the most significant, pace-setting jazz pianists of all time. The LP’s are in very good condition, like new still in plastic covers, the box shows normal wear at the edges. Here, in chronological order, are 151 performances, including the entire existing output of the legendary 1961 Village Vanguard session, as well as 17 selections from a previously unissued solo studio session and seven other unreleased items. Ranging from solo to quintet, this collection also features such major artists as Cannonball Adderley, Freddie Hubbard, Philly Joe Jones, Jim Hall, Percy Heath, Paul Chambers, Ron Carter, Zoot Sims, and Scott LaFaro. Contains a 32-page illustrated booklet that includes rare photographs, full discographical details, an appreciation of Evans by noted critic Martin Williams, and personal commentary on each session by producer Orrin Keepnews. The item “BILL EVANS THE COMPLETE RIVERSIDE RECORDINGS-18 VINYL LPS-RECORDS-LTD ED” is in sale since Friday, March 11, 2016. This item is in the category “Music\Records”. The seller is “nac57572011″ and is located in Dania, Florida. This item can be shipped to United States.
- Genre: Jazz
- Speed: 33 RPM
- Record Size: 12″
- Duration: LP
- Record Grading: Very Good Plus (VG+)
- Special Attributes: 180 – 220 gram
- Record Label: RIVERSIDE
- Release Year: 1984
- Country/Region of Manufacture: United States