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The Universal Mind of Bill Evans

The Universal Mind of Bill Evans

1966•45m•10.0/10
MusicDocumentary

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10.0/10(1)

Jazz Pianist on the Creative Process & Self-Teaching. Here is the late, brilliantly original jazz pianist in intense conversation with his composer brother, Harry, on the nature of creativity in jazz. Occasionally, they stroll to the piano for a musical illustration (Evans play splendidly).

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Bill Evans

Bill Evans

Harry Evans

Steve Allen

Steve Allen

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