1984 Original with inner sleeve. LP appears unplayed. Top recommendation. Bill Evans' "The Paris Concert, Edition Two" is a live album recorded in 1979 at L'Espace Cardin in Paris, capturing the legendary pianist in the final phase of his career. This recording features Evans' celebrated trio with bassist Marc Johnson and drummer Joe LaBarbera, a lineup often praised for its deep musical communication and nuanced interplay. The concert took place during Evans' last European tour, only about a year before his passing, lending the performance a poignant sense of urgency and reflection. The album, released posthumously in 1984 by Elektra/Musician, is often paired with "Edition One," which documented additional parts of the same concert.

Musically, "Edition Two" demonstrates Evans' lyrical touch and harmonic sophistication, hallmarks of his approach to jazz piano. The trio navigates a selection of standards and Evans originals with a balance of introspection and rhythmic subtlety. Standout tracks include "Re: Person I Knew" and "Letter to Evan," the latter written for his son, reflecting Evans’ personal connection to his repertoire. The interplay between Johnson’s melodic bass lines and LaBarbera’s dynamic drumming complements Evans’ expressive phrasing, encapsulating the trio’s reputation as one of the pianist’s finest groups.