Hearing Marilyn Crispell play solo piano is like monitoring an active volcano. She is one of a very … - Jon Pareles

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For me, my training is a key part of my work as so often my life has depended on being able to move fast and haul myself up and out of something fast!

Jon Pareles

Hearing Marilyn Crispell play solo piano is like monitoring an active volcano. She is one of a very few pianists who rise to the challenge of free jazz.

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