Tommy Flanagan - So In Love

"So In Love captures legendary pianist Tommy Flanagan in a remarkable live performance recorded in Milan on November 17, 2000, almost exactly one year before his passing. Accompanied by bassist Rufus Reid and drummer Albert 'Tootie' Heath, Flanagan delivers an intimate concert that reflects the elegance, lyricism, and effortless swing that made him one of jazz's most admired pianists. Produced independently of any touring commitments, the performance stands as a deeply personal artistic statement and a fitting celebration of a lifetime devoted to jazz. 

Throughout the concert, Flanagan reflects upon the musicians and friendships that shaped his remarkable career, from the influence of Art Tatum and Hank Jones to his long associations with Thad Jones, Dexter Gordon, John Coltrane, and Ella Fitzgerald. Highlights include a moving solo introduction to Tadd Dameron's 'If You Could See Me Now,' affectionate tributes through standards such as 'Liza' and 'So In Love,' and inspired interpretations that reveal Flanagan's unique ability to balance bebop sophistication with lyrical sensitivity and understated virtuosity. Released by Red Records as part of the label's 50th Anniversary series, So In Love preserves one of Tommy Flanagan's final concert performances, offering a timeless portrait of a master pianist whose artistry remained graceful, inventive, and deeply expressive until the very end."