Bond: The Paris Sessions


Bond: The Paris Sessions is a 2011 studio album by jazz pianist Gerald Clayton released on the EmArcy label, his second release.

Reception

Ken Dryden, writing for AllMusic, stated, "His interpretations of standards are remarkably fresh, considering how often they have been recorded in a jazz setting. He shows a surprising maturity for his age, as his pieces display a wealth of stylistic influences yet retain memorable themes that hold one's interest as well." Nate Chinen of The New York Times wrote regarding the album, "Clayton hasn't abandoned his core impulses as he evolves; another is that he doesn't seem remotely done evolving." Thomas Conrad for JazzTimes, added "His compositions are like graceful, evocative melodic and harmonic gestures that start in the middle and break off before you expect."

Track listing

All tracks are written by Gerald Clayton except where noted.

Personnel