The occasion of a contemporary release of a solo recording by Mulgrew Miller (1955-2013), one of the most important pianists in jazz, is a very rare and extraordinary occasion. This album, which was recorded on February 2, 2004 in Barcelona, is truly a rare gem for the admirers of a man and piano player, who was loved by so many fans and the entire jazz global community.
With his unique take on arrangements from Monk, Dizzy Gillespie, Cole Porter, Miles Davis and Duke Ellington, MM shows us why he is considered a modern legend. On this solo album, his piano embarks on an extraordinary musical journey. With each note, he effortlessly paints a vivid tapestry of emotions, traversing a rich musical landscape that spans genres and styles characterized by versatility, proficient soloing and tasteful restraint. He plays like a modern-day exponent of Art Tatum with the deepest musical roots, but with the freshest, most forward-thinking, profoundly original voice that's uniquely his own. 'Live in Barcelona' shows how he is able to tell us a story and swing like very few others. A real master on the piano.
Miller was one of the most influential jazz pianists of his generation. Renowned for his technical mastery, improvisational genius and deep musicality, he worked with Miles Davis, Betty Carter, Woody Shaw, Niels-Henning Orsted Pedersen and his own trio around the globe.
