One of the greatest albums of all time, and still the bestselling solo jazz album – and the bestselling solo piano album – of all time, selling more than 4 million copies to date - I have one of them.
It was recorded on this date, back in 1975. 51 years ago today!
There will be a few posts which will be posted on the anniversaries of particular events and this is one of them.
The story behind its creation is also fascinating. It very nearly didn't happen, and the piano it was recorded on had some serious problems which Jarrett overcame, and which contribute to the unusual sound and arrangements on the album. He was exhausted and hungry when he performed.
I visited the venue where it was recorded in 2024 when I was in Köln for an educational event.
The city has connections with other bands including Kraftwerk - we will return to them later in the year...
A documentary has been made about the circumstances under which this piece was recorded. The trailer for it is here. I would like to go and see the finished film if possible.
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