Quintessence (Bill Evans album)
Quintessence is an album by American jazz pianist Bill Evans. It was recorded in 1976 for Fantasy Records and released the following year. At this time usually playing solo or with his trio, for these sessions Evans was the leader of an all-star quintet featuring Harold Land on tenor saxophone, guitarist Kenny Burrell, Ray Brown on bass, and Philly Joe Jones drums.Reception
Writing for Allmusic, music critic Scott Yanow called the album "a nice change of pace."Track listing
- "Sweet Dulcinea Blue" – 6:02
- "Martina" – 8:12
- "Second Time Around" – 3:41
- "A Child Is Born" – 7:30
- "Bass Face" – 10:04
Personnel
- Bill Evans – piano
- Harold Land – tenor saxophone
- Kenny Burrell – guitar
- Ray Brown – bass
- Philly Joe Jones – drums
Technical personnel
- Helen Keane – producer
- Phil Kaffel – engineer
- Phil DeLancie – remastering
- Galen Rowell - cover photo
- Phil Bray - booklet photos
Chart positions