Keith Jarrett Recomendations

Keith Jarrett is an amazing pianist. For me it was La Scala that got me hooked.

I'm not that familiar with Jarrett's music, but a couple of years ago I picked up the "Sunbear concerts" in very good condition at Goodwill for $10 (1$ @ Lp). Does that hold some kind of record for size? I like the music ok, kinda new agey, but not bad. Any opinions on this release?

Musicbuff, nice find. It's when I hear stories like this that makes my vinyl itch flares up. Unfortunately, I haven't heard the Sunbear Concerts, but I have about 20 or so Jarrett cds that I really like.

If the Piano is really out of tune, why then this album is considered a classic and sells more than any other KJ albums? All I know is that the recording is really very open and the ambience is great. I think this recording has great dynamics even though it is mainly solo piano.

I am not a musician nor I know how to tune any instruments but am I missing something?

The last track of the At The Dear Head Inn  recording is It's Easy to Remember: a strong favourite. It is absolute music, gently delivered to a place of weightlessness that is so free and exquisite. I return to it late at night after long sessions of opera, classical music or taxing music of any genre. Agree with above re: Standards Vol 1 and 2 and Koln concert. Koln is a testament to KJ at his most inspired, yet  It's easy to remember is KJ at his most exquisite.