Keith Jarrett – The Köln Concert (1975 ECM Japan 2LP Vinyl)

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Sleeve: VG+
Obi: EX

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Released in 1975 by ECM Records Japan (PA-6053~54) as part of the Trio Jazz Mania series, The Köln Concert stands as one of the most iconic solo piano recordings of all time. Captured live on January 24, 1975, at the Opera House in Cologne, it documents Keith Jarrett’s extraordinary ability to conjure entire worlds of melody and rhythm through pure improvisation.

Despite a series of obstacles — a faulty piano, physical exhaustion, and a last-minute scramble to save the performance — Jarrett delivered an inspired, transcendent set that would become a touchstone in modern jazz and beyond. Spanning four movements (Part I, Part II A, Part II B, and Part II C), the music flows seamlessly between lyrical reverie, gospel-inspired grooves, and meditative stillness.

Pressed in Japan as a 2-LP gatefold edition, this release was distributed in partnership with Kenwood Corp., renowned for its high-fidelity focus. ECM’s crystalline recording, paired with Japan’s superior vinyl quality, makes this pressing one of the most sonically satisfying versions available. The gatefold artwork captures the minimalist aesthetic that defines ECM’s visual identity — elegant, contemplative, and timeless.

The Köln Concert remains Keith Jarrett’s most celebrated work: a spontaneous masterpiece that continues to move listeners across generations and genres.