Storyville Records is thrilled to announce the release of a special vinyl LP, capturing the first set from Michel Petrucciani’s performance at Copenhagen’s Jazzhus Montmartre on July 3, 1988.
This LP celebrates the legendary French pianist’s artistry alongside two jazz icons: Gary Peacock on bass and Roy Haynes on drums.
It features five tracks performed by the trio during the opening set of the evening. Side One showcases the joyous swing of It’s a Dance and the timeless elegance of Autumn Leaves. On Side Two, listeners can immerse themselves in the sparkling La Champagne, the breakneck energy of Giant Steps, and the heartfelt Someday My Prince Will Come.
The trio, assembled for a brief European tour in the summer of 1988, exhibited extraordinary chemistry on stage. Propelled by a shared sense of intuition and mutual respect, the trio delivered a performance that radiates grace, spontaneity, and undeniable synergy. This vinyl edition captures the magic of Petrucciani’s lyrical universe and his profound reverence for the jazz tradition.
At the time of this performance, both Gary Peacock and Roy Haynes were at the height of their powers – Peacock working with Keith Jarrett and Haynes collaborating with Chick Corea. Together with Petrucciani, they formed a trio that epitomized creativity and joyful expression, evident in every note of this recording.
Petrucciani’s singular voice on the piano – shaped by his deep passion for life and his triumphant defiance of physical challenges – continues to inspire generations of listeners. With this LP, Storyville Records invites you to relive an extraordinary moment in jazz history, one that still resonates with the vitality and brilliance of that summer evening in Copenhagen.