Concierto

by Jim Hall

Concierto cover art

Jim Hall's 1975 'Concierto' finds the masterful guitarist in a uniquely lyrical setting, his characteristically understated elegance amplified by the presence of Paul Desmond’s breathy alto saxophone and Chet Baker’s plaintive trumpet. Anchored by a stellar rhythm section of Ron Carter, Steve Gadd, and Roland Hanna, the album beautifully reimagines Rodrigo's 'Concierto de Aranjuez' as a spacious jazz canvas, while also showcasing Hall’s gift for melodic improvisation within a refined, chamber-like atmosphere.

Genres

  • Cool Jazz
  • Post-Bop

Tracklist

  1. You'd Be So Nice To Come Home To
  2. Two's Blues
  3. The Answer Is Yes
  4. Concierto De Aranjuez
  5. Rock Skippin'
  6. Unfinished Business
  7. You'd Be So Nice To Come Home To - alt. take
  8. The Answer Is Yes - alt. take
  9. Rock Skippin' - alt. take