The Evolotion of Solo Jazz Piano is a study of solo piano styles developed by 24 of the most influential solo pianists from 1900 to present. In order to clearly illustrate the specific contirbution of the various pianists, Bill Dobbins composed a theme based on the well known standard 'All of Me'. By applying the stylistic approaches of the different pianists to the same theme, one becomes aware of the subtle yet evocative elements of each individual style. Part 1 - Traditional Style Scott Joplin, Jelly Roll Morton; James P Johnson; Willie 'The Lion' Smith; Early 'Fatha' Hines; Thomas 'Fats' Waller; Teddy Wilson; Duke Ellington; Art Tatum; Mead Lux Lewis; Pete Johnson; Jimmy Yancey. Part 2 - Modern Styles Thelonious Monk, bud Powell, Oscar Peterson; Erroll Garner; Lennie Tristano; Bill Evans; Clare Fischer; Jimmy Rowles; Cecil Taylor, Chick Corea, Keith Jarrett, Richie Beirach. Running Time: 101 minutes. Price inc. VAT £26.75
