(Mike & Randy Brecker) comprised a blistering front line. Galper was in aggressive form, playing with an energy reminiscent of McCoy Tyner, a spirit of embellishment reminiscent of Art Tatum and a... more

Pianist Hal Galper disbanded his Ahmad Jamal-inspired trio in 2000 after a productive decade of steady touring and recording. Returning to 'the shed' for several years to work on concepts, teach and... more

... they have revealed a work of true artistic mastery, and generational significance. In many ways, it personifies the direction of jazz music into the 21st century, a mantle to be grasped and moved... more

With his focus on 'the art of the trio' since moving on from the Phil Woods Quintet in the late '80s - the last decade incorporating his innovative development of trio 'Rubato' playing into 7 albums... more

In his fifth decade as a major jazz artist, Hal Galper continues the innovation that has made him one of the most surprising and satisfying pianists alive. His 21st century series of trio albums for... more

Following up on what's been called the veteran pianist's finest recording to date, 2011's "Trip the Light Fantastic," Galper and his trio offer another exhilarating set of music, further defining the... more

From the startling and provocative rendition of opener "Alice in Wonderland," to a gorgeous take on "Guess I'll Hang My Tears Out to Dry," the legendary pianist continues the ceaseless development of... more

Best known for his work with Chet Baker, Cannonball Adderley, John Scofield and the Phil Woods Quintet, Hal Galper brings a lifetime of world-class performing experience to his latest group endeavor.... more

Pianist presents a selection of originals & standards, inc. The classic Miles Davis/Bill Evans "Blue & Green" - he's joined by Tim Hagans, Jerry Bergonzi, Jeff Johnson & Steve Ellington.

Galper's dazzling runs are often complemented by his punchy pointillism... stunning... - DownBeat. During a rich musical period in the late '70s with many performances around New York City and two... more

Pianist w. Todd Coolman on bass & Steve Ellington on drums live at Port Townsend.

Remastered Japanese pressing. Bethlehem. 2018.

2014 limited edition Japanese pressing scheduled to include a bonus track. First time on CD. Remastered. Bethlehem.

Japanese pressing. Enja. 2018.

Japanese reissue, part of Enja's 50th Anniversary campaign. Ultra Vybe. 2021.

Pianist is joined by his Quintet on this set from 1979 at Rosey's in New Orleans, feat. Michael Brecker-flt/ten sax, Randy Brecker-tpt/flg, Wayne Dockery-bass & Bob Moses-drums.

Piano, bass, drum b/u for all instr. & vocs. W. bo CD / Book Set. ISBN: 978-1-56224-197-1.

For instrumentalists & vocalists with booklet. ISBN: 978-1-56224-189-6.

Lush ballads and swingin' standards for every occasion played by an outstanding rhythm section w. Hal Galper-piano, Wayne Dockery-bass & Steve Ellington-drums. ISBN: 978-1-56224-216-9.