Jessica Williams ‎– Higher Standards

Jessica Williams – Higher Standards

On Higher Standards, Jessica Williams delivers a masterclass in solo jazz piano - elegant, expressive, and deeply rooted in the great American songbook. Known for her technical brilliance and emotional depth, Williams approaches these timeless standards with both reverence and fearless individuality.

Each performance is given room to breathe, unfolding with rich harmonic invention and a lyrical touch that draws the listener in. From the playful sophistication of Cole Porter’s Get Out of Town to the late-night introspection of Solitude (by Duke Ellington), Williams transforms familiar material into something personal and immediate.

Highlights include a dynamic, rhythmically charged take on A Night In Tunisia (by Dizzy Gillespie) and a beautifully nuanced reading of East Of The Sun (And West Of The Moon). Throughout the album, her command of mood and melody is unmistakable - balancing swing, sensitivity, and spontaneous invention.

Refined yet adventurous, Higher Standards is an essential listen for jazz enthusiasts and anyone who appreciates the art of solo piano at its highest level.

Tracklist:

1. Get Out of Town – 6:47
2. When Your Lover Has Gone – 5:54
3. Mack The Knife – 5:05
4. A Night In Tunisia – 7:47
5. Don't Take Your Love From Me – 9:18
6. East Of The Sun (And West Of The Moon) – 9:04
7. Solitude – 6:18
8. Midnight Sun – 8:43
9. My Heart Belongs To Daddy – 6:26