Yes but Lee lived to a ripe and happy old age, performing with and schooling much younger players all the while. I had the pleasure of meeting him when I ran a club. We got along well and I maintained a casual correspondence with him over the years. He was a tonal genius and also a kind and thoughtful ( and funny!) fellow in person.
We are so lucky to have recordings and videos of these guys. For me Evans satisfied a craving that I didn't know I had after the years hearing generations of players leading up something. The only names I have are Bix Beiderbecke, George Shearing and Erroll Garner. There were others. There was something more to come, and there it was, brought to life by Bill Evans--the subtlety--rhythms and harmonies implied but never heard. I think this is why Evans has aged so well. I'll never forget the first time I heard him.
In the late 70's I used to go to the Village Vanguard to hear Bill play. Remarkably, at that time if you got there just a bit early you could grab a front row table. Bill was a super nice guy to the patrons who approached him. Near the end his fingers had swollen from his addictions but he could still play. The video above features Bill in his prime. Thanks so much for posting!
Great playing by Bill Evans. Other musicians are great as well. Bill is really amazing. One of the all time greats. Of course these tunes are perfect for him.
This is jazz superbly performed individually and collectively by four musicians of exceptional worth. The soloing done here by jazz great Bill Evans and jazz great saxophonist Lee Konitz is soul-stirring; so is the soloing, the driving, metronomic, rhythm provided by the great bassist Orsted Pedersen and the great drummer Alan Dawson. Their ensemble work on "How Deep is the Ocean" is a textbook case of jazz music playing done in superior form by four outstanding musicians.
I'd love to know what Bill thought of him. Before I read the musician credits in the description, when the bass first came in I thought "that's a bass player who likes Scott Lafaro." I could imagine Bill offering NHØP the gig instead of, or prior to, offering it to Eddie Gomez. Who knows, there's probably a million reason why Eddie ended up in the trio and NHØP didn't, but it's interesting to imagine it going the other way. EDIT: NHØP's wikipedia page says he was on tour with Evans this year...interesting! Maybe he didn't want to leave Europe. Maybe he didn't dig Bill that much!
Konitz was so creative -never played the same riff twice -and evans was in a similar vein and obviously great in his own way-pushing the melodic lines BUT still accessible to any attentive audience.
Lee and I lived in the same building on West 86th Street--140- way back when. In the early 80's there was a small jazz club called Strykers(??) or some name like that, on the same block, across the street. Lee played there a lot. He was a true innovator and also a super nice guy. He used to give lessons from his apartment. I tuned his pianos a couple of times. Bill was the greatest jazz pianist of all time. I'd say that it's sad he left us so young, but he pretty much took himself out via H and C. Two uniquely talented musicians.
Me pregunto quienes fueron los 12 idiotas a los que nos les gustó la publicación. Gracias por todo, Lee tu legado será inmortal más allá del terror de las pandemias
I noticed a name on the piano I did not recognize - makes sense it was a Euro date?... from wiki... Hornung & Møller dominated the piano industry in the mid-1800s and introduced the cast iron frame. The company was founded by Conrad Christian Hornung (b Skælskør July 1801-Copenhagen 11 June 1873) a hat-maker from Skælskør, who became interested in piano making during a visit to Germany.[1] After studying in Germany, he returned to Denmark, where he produced his first piano in 1827 and established a shop in his native town of Skælskør. The company moved to Slagelse in 1834 and to Copenhagen in 1842. Hornung and Møller of manufacturers to the Danish. The manufactory was founded by Conrad Christian Hornung b. 1801 Skjelsbor Island of Denmark who transferred it to his former assistant Hans Møller b. May 1802. It was still called Hornung and in 1842 the firm introduced the cast iron frame. The factory is worked by steam and employs about 100 workers. The excellence of the piano is generally acknowledged. - Dictionary of Pianists and Composers for the Pianoforte[2] In 1851, he transferred the entire company to his employee Hans Peter Møller, whose name was added to the company's name. At Møller 's death in 1859, the company was led by his widow, with his 20-year-old son Frederik Møller as general manager. The factory moved to Dehns Palace in Bredgade in 1872, which was also used as a showcase for the instruments. From 1843, the factory became the royal court supplier. In 1907 it became a public limited company. The company produced tablecloths (until 1880), upright pianos, and flies and is credited with the development of several regulating tools sold by Hammacher Schlemmer, Lyon and Healy and Dolge.[3] The factory closed in July 1972[1] after producing more than 50,000 instruments.
7:12 I do not know how they call this type of camera shot in film making (is it some variation of the "over-the-shoulder-shot"?)...but it is very interesting....sadly, somehow I don't see it too often on jazz concerts nowadays...
Is it possible the drummer was clashing with him in the second piece? I heard a few minor glitches or differences in time feel, that might be enough for Bill who was very demanding. The lack of a second chorus in beautiful love confirms that something was up because Bill normally plays 2. Also I think he tends to play block chords solos when he’s not completely comfortable with set up. or maybe he was just having a bad day. But yes you’re rightm something was up and he wasn’t happy.
Sometimes a difficult part of listening to Lee’s playing was his intonation ...he kind of played with it not centering it....something to learn to get used to
I think these jazz greats are "killing" it here together, like matching pf Tuna on rye, scotch n' soda, or ham n' eggs. In jazz circles of old, music playing contests ("cutting" contest as they were then called) were done by players using instruments of the same category.
Rest in Peace, Lee Konitz :( Another master gone.
So sad new we just learned
Emmanuel MASSAROTTI just heard. My dad loved Lee and Bill. Very sad.
Yes but Lee lived to a ripe and happy old age, performing with and schooling much younger players all the while. I had the pleasure of meeting him when I ran a club. We got along well and I maintained a casual correspondence with him over the years. He was a tonal genius and also a kind and thoughtful ( and funny!) fellow in person.
We are so lucky to have recordings and videos of these guys. For me Evans satisfied a craving that I didn't know I had after the years hearing generations of players leading up something. The only names I have are Bix Beiderbecke, George Shearing and Erroll Garner. There were others. There was something more to come, and there it was, brought to life by Bill Evans--the subtlety--rhythms and harmonies implied but never heard. I think this is why Evans has aged so well. I'll never forget the first time I heard him.
RIP Konitz, Evans 💔
and NHØP
The tone that Bill Evans achieves never ceases to amaze. Gentle but forceful as only he can be. Great tune!
Great men gone, but great music forever. Thank you.
In the late 70's I used to go to the Village Vanguard to hear Bill play. Remarkably, at that time if you got there just a bit early you could grab a front row table. Bill was a super nice guy to the patrons who approached him. Near the end his fingers had swollen from his addictions but he could still play. The video above features Bill in his prime. Thanks so much for posting!
Wow.. I saw Lee Konitz like 6 months ago in New York.. can't believe he's still playing. Please live longer Lee.
Just gone
R.i.p. Lee Konitz
So sorry ...
He got to be 92 years old so was he playing at age 90?
Great playing by Bill Evans. Other musicians are great as well. Bill is really amazing. One of the all time greats. Of course these tunes are perfect for him.
This is jazz superbly performed individually and collectively by four musicians of exceptional worth. The soloing done here by jazz great Bill Evans and jazz great saxophonist Lee Konitz is soul-stirring; so is the soloing, the driving, metronomic, rhythm provided by the great bassist Orsted Pedersen and the great drummer Alan Dawson. Their ensemble work on "How Deep is the Ocean" is a textbook case of jazz music playing done in superior form by four outstanding musicians.
RIP Konitz, Evans, AND Dawson. I studied with him. He was great 2.
Bill e Lee together, two geniuses of modern music. Thanks so much, RIP
RIP Lee Konitz. Thank you for the beautiful music.
Another master great legendary musician has gone on jazz planet. His muzik will always remain!
Just beautiful both are at their most brilliant best. Mark
After years of appreciating him but not listening enough, I am trying to catch up. He was fantastic.
Bill had some great drummers, he had an ear for the best, an he could pick them,. Always a pleasure.Thank you man.
Totally amazing to have this footage. Masters at work. The world is healed by this wonderful music. Bless them both.
And a very young NHØP on bass, very very good.
Edit: I'd love them to release the audio from this in some form as it is magnificent.
I'd love to know what Bill thought of him. Before I read the musician credits in the description, when the bass first came in I thought "that's a bass player who likes Scott Lafaro." I could imagine Bill offering NHØP the gig instead of, or prior to, offering it to Eddie Gomez. Who knows, there's probably a million reason why Eddie ended up in the trio and NHØP didn't, but it's interesting to imagine it going the other way. EDIT: NHØP's wikipedia page says he was on tour with Evans this year...interesting! Maybe he didn't want to leave Europe. Maybe he didn't dig Bill that much!
A gathering of giants all, thanks for posting this; not only a good way to remember Lee, but Bill NHOP, and Alan, as well.
wonderful impros by Bill Evans and Lee Konitz very smart!
The coolest cats who ever lived. Lee RIP.
NHOP and Alan Dawson in their youngest professionnal days. Amazing!
Dawson was the teacher of Tony W.
Una coppia perfetta. R.I.P. Lee konitz
Konitz was so creative -never played the same riff twice -and evans was in a similar vein and obviously great in his own way-pushing the melodic lines BUT still accessible to any attentive audience.
Lee, if only I could play like you. I am trying.....RIP
Lee and I lived in the same building on West 86th Street--140- way back when. In the early 80's there was a small jazz club called Strykers(??) or some name like that, on the same block, across the street. Lee played there a lot. He was a true innovator and also a super nice guy. He used to give lessons from his apartment. I tuned his pianos a couple of times.
Bill was the greatest jazz pianist of all time. I'd say that it's sad he left us so young, but he pretty much took himself out via H and C. Two uniquely talented musicians.
From bar one you don't have to look. The tone and the voicings of the chords. It's Bill Evans.
Beautiful. Two masters!! r.i.p Bill and Lee.
Unhappy moment for Lee Konitz
unbelievable playing all around
Me pregunto quienes fueron los 12 idiotas a los que nos les gustó la publicación. Gracias por todo, Lee tu legado será inmortal más allá del terror de las pandemias
Two jazz giants. RIP
I noticed a name on the piano I did not recognize - makes sense it was a Euro date?... from wiki... Hornung & Møller dominated the piano industry in the mid-1800s and introduced the cast iron frame. The company was founded by Conrad Christian Hornung (b Skælskør July 1801-Copenhagen 11 June 1873) a hat-maker from Skælskør, who became interested in piano making during a visit to Germany.[1]
After studying in Germany, he returned to Denmark, where he
produced his first piano in 1827 and established a shop in his native
town of Skælskør. The company moved to Slagelse in 1834 and to Copenhagen in 1842.
Hornung and Møller of manufacturers
to the Danish. The manufactory was founded by Conrad Christian Hornung
b. 1801 Skjelsbor Island of Denmark who transferred it to his former
assistant Hans Møller b. May 1802. It was still called Hornung and in
1842 the firm introduced the cast iron frame. The factory is worked by
steam and employs about 100 workers. The excellence of the piano is
generally acknowledged.
- Dictionary of Pianists and Composers for the Pianoforte[2]
In 1851, he transferred the entire company to his employee Hans Peter
Møller, whose name was added to the company's name. At Møller 's death
in 1859, the company was led by his widow, with his 20-year-old son
Frederik Møller as general manager. The factory moved to Dehns Palace in
Bredgade in 1872, which was also used as a showcase for the
instruments.
From 1843, the factory became the royal court supplier. In 1907 it became a public limited company.
The company produced tablecloths (until 1880), upright pianos,
and flies and is credited with the development of several regulating
tools sold by Hammacher Schlemmer, Lyon and Healy and Dolge.[3]
The factory closed in July 1972[1] after producing more than 50,000 instruments.
Heaven. Thanks for posting.
R.I.P. Lee Konitz..
I have been looking for this Video for years!!!!! Thank you for posting this!!!
Alan Dawson! Yes!
two master artists and musicians. great rare video of the two for all time. thank you. beautiful.
Lee plays a pretty mean sax. That was some good jazz.
Can't get much past you, PBE.
This is sublime.
I sure am digging block chords by Evans and I have heard Konitz sound better than here for sure.These legends were human after all. NHOP wow huh?
if there's such a thing as transcendental piano comping, Bill Evans is doing it behind Lee
Fantastic!!! Master always with us!!!
Alan Dawson on drums....always so tasty and in control.
Thanks for the correction....I updated the description. Glad you enjoyed the video!
Bill Evans único e irrepetible!!!
Beautiful...
A fantastic concerto !
Two great tastes that taste together.
7:12 I do not know how they call this type of camera shot in film making (is it some variation of the "over-the-shoulder-shot"?)...but it is very interesting....sadly, somehow I don't see it too often on jazz concerts nowadays...
Jazz legends.
Nice video! Beautiful love!! no beautiful life
Wonderful.....
Great and rare video, thank you. The venue is called Tivolis Koncertsal btw ;-)
Wow, hadn't seen this!
Gorgeous! Rest in peace Lee. I will miss you.
WOW marvelous, thank you.
Thank you for the correction! I'll update the title now. :)
Wonderful! It probably helped that both Bill and Lee were heavily influenced by Lenny Tristano.
But Bill never sounded like Lennie. Nor Lee, really.
Nice group.
Una coppia perfetta
I would like to hear more of Tristano and Konitz .
Complete Atlantic Recordings with Warne Marsh, Lee Konitz and Lennie Tristano. Lee went his own way after a while with Lennie and never went back.
B. E. In the house ...
I believe the name of the second theme is "beautiful love", isn't it?
meraviglioso! ty
Bill did not look pleased to be there at the end. Couldnt wait to get off. Piano issues?
Is it possible the drummer was clashing with him in the second piece? I heard a few minor glitches or differences in time feel, that might be enough for Bill who was very demanding. The lack of a second chorus in beautiful love confirms that something was up because Bill normally plays 2. Also I think he tends to play block chords solos when he’s not completely comfortable with set up. or maybe he was just having a bad day. But yes you’re rightm something was up and he wasn’t happy.
Odihneşte-te in pace!!
magic...
I wonder what product Bill used in his hair. Always leaning completely over, and it never moves. Could use some.
Popular men's hair tonics at the time included Groom & Clean, Brylcreem and Vitalis. All are still on the market today.
💚💚🌹
Alan Dawson in god mode
Sometimes a difficult part of listening to Lee’s playing was his intonation ...he kind of played with it not centering it....something to learn to get used to
I agree. I do not like his sound here. To me, it's very weak, and out of tune.
Wonderful, George. Thanks so much.
How did you get your hands on this gem?
lees alto is very aesthetic.
anyway is bill improviser?
i have heard maybe before he was very improviser
Everything you hear bill do is improvised
Looks like Scott Lafaro on bass who died in 1961. The date above says 1965. Does anyone know who the bass player is?
It's Niels-Henning Ørsted Pedersen a.k.a NHØP
@@meanisak , We all know. His name is in the credits at the top.
@@noahvale939 Apparently, one person didn't, and asked.
@@meanisak , Sure looks like that, doesn't it?
🌹🙏
Oh Session!!!
At 08:44 I'm like who is that bassist? Then I read the credits, and said, of course! This is the real deal :)
Би-Боп-клёво!!!
Fuck yes Bill!!!!!
Mean men.
"google+..."MY MISTIC ARTIST...BILL EVANS...&LEE KONITZ...zb music inc haitian label...google+
My word.. When Evans is playing at his best, all Lee Konitz can do is sit back and shit his pants! Evans was in a different league.
+Tomas Hobson That is plain stupidity! You mus be an ignoramus to say that!!!
Please!
Lee unspooling melodic lines full of little twists and turns.
And dig the way Evans responds to Lee’s solo. He’s really listening to him.
I think these jazz greats are "killing" it here together, like matching pf Tuna on rye, scotch n' soda, or ham n' eggs. In jazz circles of old, music playing contests ("cutting" contest as they were then called) were done by players using instruments of the same category.
What a nasty, stupid, crude remark. Where you brought up in a barn?
la faro more
The bassist player could be Chuck Israels.
No, it's NHØP - Niels Henning Ørsted Pedersen. 19 years old :-)
A proper bass player with intelligent (and intelligible) bass lines, rather than Eddie 'Faker' Gomez.