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 the best Oct 26, 2009
This is one of the set of best vocal sessions ever recorded and placed into a two album set. I have two earlier CD copies as well as the original LPs. One can never tire of the artistry with which this music is performed. As former music director of WRTI in Philadelphia (1983-1988), I can only say that if you don't own this compilation, you need to order it today :-)
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Bill And Tony; their recordings are an artistic treasure! Oct 05, 2009
These new releases are truly a window on the process of creation. Though there are similar elements in each take, there are significant differences in the alternate versions. Under most circumstances, it is quite obvious to the disernable listener why the release take was chosen--a flubbed note here, a slightly late entrance there--but some of the alternate takes are equal to the release takes, so it comes down to the aesthetics of the performers as to which performances they favored. It has been decades since these recordings came out, but who's counting? The music is as valid today as when the recordings were first marketed. This music expresses the artistic concepts of two artists at the top of their game. The recordings are a must for listeners who enjoy the intimate nature of chamber music--simply voice and piano. There are transcendent moments a-plenty on these discs... and the price is more than reasonable. No matter how you obtain these Bill Evans-Tony Bennett albums--retail store or (preferrably) Amazon--don't hesitate! Musical epiphanies await.
Bennett & Evans is Hard to Beat Sep 09, 2009
I have been a Bill Evans fan for years. He was an amazing jazz pianist with a classical background that proved his skill over and over again. I was unaware that he cut an album with Tony Bennett, another one of my favorites and I quickly ordered the CD. After just listening to the first few cuts I was sold. The cuts are fabulous and as I noted above, listeners should pay close attention to the wonderful background Bill Evans provides that is quite fabulous.
The only turnoff is that some of the additional cuts of the same tunes are not too much different than the chosen ones and thus are redundant. I would have preferred that they include only the cuts that are markedly different so that I could discern the differences and appreciate them. But, in the end, the CD is well worth the investment and one of the best I have heard in many years. I am glad I bought it.
Superb for both jazz aficionados and newcomers, alike... Aug 08, 2009
There's not much I can add to what already has been said of Tony Bennett. He's possibly the most beloved and deservedly appreciated vocal talent of the last half a century. Bill Evans also was a giant of the jazz world, though perhaps not as well-known by mainstream music fans. But I can wholeheartedly recommend this collection to both newcomers looking to wade into the waters of jazz, and deeply knowledgeable fans simply looking for more great recordings they haven't yet explored. The Complete Tony Bennett / Bill Evans Recordings is just Bennett and Evans, richly performing their crafts. Deftly, the two move in and out of these tunes, tastefully hitting just the right notes. This collection would be a fine addition to ANYONE'S music library.
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Superb Jun 24, 2009
Possibly the best voice/piano duo recordings existing. Everyone who loves either of these artists should add this to their collection. It's quite the loveliest music you'll hear, and this will become one of your 'desert island' recordings.
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