kj’s vocalizing, typically on the more uptempo tunes, can be really distracting... but the artist needs to do he needs to do to perform, find the inspiration... and he is truly among the greats, it is too bad he can no longer perform
The Ventriloquism of Keith Jarrett
I've been a fan of his for eons and have many of his recordings. When I first heard him making his vocal noises during parts of his playing, I thought, 'WTF is that damn noise!?!" Hated it, but got used to it.
Just now, I thought I'd put on one of his live concerts via YouTube to listen to while working. On video, I hear his vocalization but don't really see his mouth moving at all.
It's like he's a ventriloquist or something.
Not important at all, but thought I'd share anyways.
Cheers, all.