Keith Jarrett Trio – South Korea, October 6, 2010

The “Standards Trio”—comprising Keith Jarrett, Gary Peacock, and Jack DeJohnette—continually pushed the boundaries of the piano trio format to new extremes. This album is an invaluable document of their performance in Seoul, South Korea, captured in 2010 when their artistry had reached its absolute zenith. By this stage, the trio had completely transcended the realm of mere standard-tune interpretation. From the very first note of the introduction, the atmosphere is charged with tension; Keith’s piano does not simply “play” a melody but resonates as if evoking the very essence of the space itself. The defining characteristics of the trio in 2010 were the palpable tension within *pianissimo* passages, the explosive power of their swing, and the vast dynamic range spanning the two. Particularly noteworthy is their brilliant reimagining of standard tunes; while retaining traces of the originals, they radically transform the harmony, rhythm, and use of silence, allowing the listener to experience familiar songs as if hearing them for the very first time. Their improvisational interplay is the crystallization of a dialogue beyond words—a level of connection achievable only through their long history of collaboration. In terms of sound quality, the recording masterfully captures the venue’s atmosphere and the raw, tactile nature of the instruments, offering the clarity and depth characteristic of ECM releases. With silence and lingering resonance functioning as integral parts of the music, the recording fully conveys the trio’s aesthetic. The year 2010 shines with special brilliance in the trio’s long history, and this album captures a performance that stands as the culmination of that era. This Seoul concert offers a definitive answer—a true pinnacle—in the evolution of the jazz piano trio. Live At Main Auditorium, Sejong Center, Seoul, South Korea October 6th, 2010 Disc 1 1.All Of You 2.Body And Soul 3.One For Majid 4.My Ship 5.The Last Night When We Were Young Disc 2 1.When Will The Blues Leave 2.Things Ain’t What They Used To Be 3.Broadway Blues 4.I Fall In Love Too Easily 5.God Bless The Child 6.When I Fall In Love Keith Jarrett(p) Gary Peacock(b) Jack DeJonnett(dr)