Return of the great American jazz trio that delivered the poll-topping "Nothing Ever Was, Anyway" in 1997. Material heard on "Amaryllis" is by turns thoughtful, touching, joyous and viscerally exciting. Some of the songs are well known – almost classics of new jazz – including Crispell’s "Rounds", Peacock’s "Requiem" and "December Wings, Motian’s "Conception Vessel". There are also a number of startlingly effective free improvised ballads. As leader Marilyn Crispell says, "There’s a great depth of communication, a rare delicacy. " Interaction between the musicians is exceptional.

PERSONNEL:

Marilyn Crispell - (piano)
Gary Peacock - (double-bass)
Paul Motian - (drums)


Recorded: February 2000, Avatar Studios, New York

TRACKS:

A1. Voice From The Past
A2. Amaryllis
A3. Requiem
A4. Conception Vessel / Circle Dance
A5. Voices
A6. December Greenwings

B1. Silence
B2. M.E.
B3. Rounds
B4. Avatar
B5. Morpion
B6. Prayer