This was pianist
Bill Evans' final studio session, a rare outing with a quintet (starring trumpeter
Tom Harrell and
Larry Schneider on tenor and soprano) and his first recording with the members of his final regular trio (bassist
Marc Johnson and drummer
Joe LaBarbera). The playing time is over 61 minutes. The group interprets "For All We Know" and seven
Evans originals, including "Peri's Scope" and "Five." The thoughtful session is full of lyrical melodies and strong solos; even
Evans' electric keyboard work on a few tunes is distinctive. ~ Scott Yanow