Duet – Earl Hines / Jaki Byard – LP – Pre Owned Vinyl (Arrives in 21days)

“Duet” brings together two genuine originals of jazz piano—Earl Hines, whose daring improvisational spirit shaped the very language of early jazz, and Jaki Byard, a restless explorer fluent in everything from stride to avant-garde. Recorded in 1972, this meeting is far more than an intergenerational summit; it’s a dynamic, sometimes mischievous, always alert conversation across the expanse of jazz history. Hines’s robust, percussive touch collides and collaborates with Byard’s unpredictable wit, each pianist sparking the other to leap into fresh musical territory. The repertoire is a kaleidoscope: standards are deconstructed and reimagined, spontaneous counterpoint erupts, and sly humor flickers throughout. What makes “Duet” remarkable is the palpable sense of risk—no single approach dominates, and both artists are clearly listening, responding, and reshaping the music in real time. For seasoned jazz listeners, this is a document of two fearless improvisers at play; for newcomers, it’s a vivid introduction to the boundless possibilities of jazz dialogue. This album isn’t simply a piano summit—it’s an invitation to witness the art of creation, moment by moment, between two masters who refuse to settle for the expected.

Track List:
A1 – A Toodle Oo, Toodle Oo – 5:52
A2 – This Is Allways – 3:26
A3 – Rosetta – 4:48
A4 – I Can’t Trust Myself Alone – 5:12
B1 – Sweet Georgia Brown – 2:51
B2 – As Long As I Live – 5:48
B3 – Genoa To Pescara – 6:15
B4 – La Rosita – 4:18