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Title: A Delightful Recording
Review: A music teacher once told me that the secret to both writing music and performing it is to know what to leave out. Keith Jarrett is an astonishing musician and this release does not disappoint. His intention was to find the essence of each song and to present it as honestly and unadorned as possible. The playing is beautiful and speaks of his classical training.Although contrasting style in the CD might have been welcome, his effort is quite successful. The arrangement of "Shenandoah" alone is almost enough to recommend this recording. Those who appreciate not only his excellent jazz output but also his classical recordings (Handel, Bach, etc.) should enjoy this release.
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