Keith Jarrett - Standards

Starring:Keith Jarrett, Gary Peacock, Jack Dejohnette
Studio: Image Entertainment
Product Type: DVD

Editorial Review:
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With musicians of the caliber of pianist Keith Jarrett, bassist Gary Peacock, and drummer Jack DeJohnette, this 10-song, 105-minute performance, recorded in Tokyo in 1985, could hardly be less than outstanding. But two numbers--"Rider" and the Billie Holiday classic "God Bless the Child"--are positively transcendent. Both are reminiscent of the music Jarrett made with his so-called "Nordic quartet" on the brilliant '70s albums Belonging and My Song; gospel-based, powerful--funky, even--with wonderful solos by all three musicians, they have an element rarely found in Jarrett's music--i.e., fun--and are themselves worth the price of admission. Not that the other stuff isn't good, too; it is, even with the usual distractions of Jarrett's physical conniptions, his annoying tendency to hum or sing along with his playing, and so on. All in all, a good show, with "Rider" and "God Bless the Child" satisfying the search for the sublime. --Sam Graham
Description
Recorded live at Koselnekin Hall, Tokyo, on February 15, 1985, this dazzling concert teams up one of the most significant pianists of the last forty years with Gary Peacock and Jack DeJohnette for an unforgettable celebration of music. Tracks: I Wish I Knew, If I Should Lose You, Late Lament, Rider, It's Easy to Remember, So Tender, Prism, Stella by Starlight, God Bless the Child, Delaunay's Dilemma.

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"Standards II" a Masterpiece

A Different Experience Than Their Albums

Pure soul.

A revealing look at the work of a master jazz improvisor.

Standards II
Starring: Keith Jarrett , Gary Peacock , and Jack DeJohnette
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ASIN: B00006FMCE
Release Date: 2002-09-24

Description

Dynamic music legends and frequent collaborators Keith Jarrett, Gary Peacock and Jack DeJohnette combine their talents for this rich, melodic performance recorded live in Tokyo at the Hitomi Memorial Hall. A number of beloved standards come to life as never before in this celebration of the past century's greatest musical accomplishments. Tracks: You Don't Know What Love Is, With a Song in My Heart, When You Wish Upon a Star, All of You, Blame It on My Youth, Love Letters, Georgia on My Mind, You and the Night and the Music, When I Fall in Love, On Green Dolphin Street, Woody'n You, Young and Foolish.

Customer Reviews:

"Standards II" a Masterpiece.......2005-09-14

As I listened to each tune the thought kept coming to mind that this is the best I've ever heard this song being played. I want to thank Jarrett, Peacock and DeJohnette for making my life so much richer.

A Different Experience Than Their Albums.......2004-01-25

I bought this DVD because I would like to see how the trio played, and also because of the music itself. The experience you get when seeing them play rather than just hearing an album with them is all the details. Keith Jarrett's dance-like movements for example. The concert is visually not so exciting, especially compared to other music DVD realeases such as Coldplay, U2 and so on. But musically it's as good as it can possibly be.

The concerts starts off with a quiet You Don't Know What Love Is, then continuing with a faster With A Song In My Heart. Then a surprise, for me at least: When You Wish Upon A Star. But that song is beutifully played, with just the right amount of the melody itself and improvisation. When I Fall In Love is also on the DVD, which is a favorite by the trio, and it's played really well here. There's also an extra song which you have to unlock every time by taking a small quiz. If you know just a little about Keith Jarrett, that shouldn't be a problem.

If you want to buy this DVD, then make sure you buy it for the right reason. Actually, I think that the "bare" albums speak more to me than this release, because you focus naturally on the three - on Keith Jarrett particularly - when watching, so if you want to hear the best music buy the albums instead. If you have never seen his style when playing, however, it is a delightful experience.

Pure soul........2000-02-16

As Keith Jarrett's biggest fan, I was delighted to find that his video opens up a whole new dimension on the man. Any Keith Jarrett fan knows how pure and ethereal his music is, but to watch him play is another world entirely.

The man oozes soul, and watching him play his piano in an almost sexual manner will give any serious fan a pleasing and enjoyable new angle to his music. VERY RECOMMENDED.

A revealing look at the work of a master jazz improvisor........1999-03-02

This video presents a live concert in Japan from 1986 featuring Keith Jarrett on piano, with Gary Peacock (bass) and Jack DeJohnette (drums). This is a great, intimate look at one of the best trios in modern jazz. It showcases Keith's brilliant, sometimes volcanic improvisations, and both the sound and video quality are excellent. You can see in this concert how inside the music Keith is, as his body literally rises and falls, following the arc of tension and release that good jazz exemplifies. This is NOT light, cocktail piano jazz; this is what jazz should be: honest, impassioned, personal, and fiery. A feast for both the ears and eyes of jazz fans.

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Best I ever heard
The best of a great lot
After hundreds of listens it still brings joy every time
an experience unfading

Keith Jarrett - Standards
Starring: Keith Jarrett , Gary Peacock , and Jack Dejohnette
Manufacturer: Image Entertainment
ProductGroup: DVD
Binding: DVD

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Standards II
Keith Jarrett - Solo Tribute: The 100th Performance in Japan
Trio Concert 1996
Keith Jarrett - Art of Improvisation
Keith Jarrett - Tokyo Solo

ASIN: B000069HZF
Release Date: 2002-08-27

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With musicians of the caliber of pianist Keith Jarrett, bassist Gary Peacock, and drummer Jack DeJohnette, this 10-song, 105-minute performance, recorded in Tokyo in 1985, could hardly be less than outstanding. But two numbers--"Rider" and the Billie Holiday classic "God Bless the Child"--are positively transcendent. Both are reminiscent of the music Jarrett made with his so-called "Nordic quartet" on the brilliant '70s albums Belonging and My Song; gospel-based, powerful--funky, even--with wonderful solos by all three musicians, they have an element rarely found in Jarrett's music--i.e., fun--and are themselves worth the price of admission. Not that the other stuff isn't good, too; it is, even with the usual distractions of Jarrett's physical conniptions, his annoying tendency to hum or sing along with his playing, and so on. All in all, a good show, with "Rider" and "God Bless the Child" satisfying the search for the sublime. --Sam Graham

Description

Recorded live at Koselnekin Hall, Tokyo, on February 15, 1985, this dazzling concert teams up one of the most significant pianists of the last forty years with Gary Peacock and Jack DeJohnette for an unforgettable celebration of music. Tracks: I Wish I Knew, If I Should Lose You, Late Lament, Rider, It's Easy to Remember, So Tender, Prism, Stella by Starlight, God Bless the Child, Delaunay's Dilemma.

Customer Reviews:

Best I ever heard.......2005-09-12

The title "Standards" implies to me that they are playing "Standard" tunes. Before buying this DVD I didn't realize that, in fact, they have also set the "Standard" for all jazz music.

The best of a great lot.......2002-10-03

I am thrilled to see some great Keith Jarrett titles being released on DVD. I have purchased every one available (I've yet to get my hands on Tokyo 1996), and have greatly enjoyed them all. However, I must say that the Japanese-produced "Standards," recorded masterfully in 1985, is the best of a great lot, with magnificent performances all around, and inspiration so palpable, it seems to spill off the stage. The rendition of Jarrett's own "Prism" is alone worth the price of this DVD, with a truly inspired and gorgeous spontaneous improvisation closing it out. Those wary of Jarrett's on-stage behavior will still have his idiosyncratic mannerisms to critique, but even his most ardent critic will be silenced by the sheer musical strength of this release. A wonderful starting place for those curious about seeing the trio perform, as well as for those who just love great jazz, expertly played, and tastefully presented.

After hundreds of listens it still brings joy every time.......2002-01-09

The performance on this video is among the best of all of Jarrett's recordings in any format, and while the VHS quality is very good, it's too bad that this wonderful concert is only available in that format. 1. "I Wish I Knew." Gorgeous and colorful. 2. "If I Should Lose You." 3. "Late Lament." 4. "Rider." Driving rhythm and gospel flavor. 5. "It's Easy to Remember." 6. "So Tender." Here the trio especially amazes with its tight control of a piece played with wild abandon. 7. "Prism." Not to be missed. Opens with a solo by Gary, picked up by Keith, and continued by the three, osmosing into an absolutely joyful, rhythmic, free-flowing jam with pentatonic flavor which I like to think was a tribute to the Japanese audience. My favorite of all KJ. 8. "Stella by Starlight." 9. "God Bless the Child."
The video aspect is good. Many closeups of facial expressions and hands on instruments. Very enjoyable to see this for someone who hasn't been able to see them in person.
Keith being Keith. Gary inspired. The great Jack DeJohnette playing the drums with actual melody--how does he do that? I love this recording.

an experience unfading.......2000-08-11

I first saw this video about ten years ago in a small theater auditorium with 52 in. TV screen. It left a shattering impression on me, musically as well as visually. Today, having been long familiar with Keith Jarrett's vigorous piano playing and personally been his concerts 4 times, the performance in this video still stands out impressively. This 1985 concert recorded in Japan was shot in a remote manner, cameras were deliberately hidden from the trio, providing a detailed, vivid and spontaneous view of their live performance. To me, it's especially interesting in hearing these early trio repertoire, starting with superbly elegant I Wish I Knew, Jarrett's own compositions So Tender, Prism, more familiar tunes like It's Easy To Remember, Stella By Starlight, and a great God Bless The Child. The video strikes me as how minimal they exchanged the eye contact, revealing the interplay relies all on the listening. A perfect example of the trio's improvisatory art is revealed in the extension of Prism, where camera stays on Gary Peacock's expression, as he followed, probed, and quickly found the groove in flight with Jarrett's notes. From there, the trio simply took off.

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