: Bickert is celebrated for his "piano-like" approach to the guitar, using complex reharmonized chords and dense voicings. His choice of a Fender Telecaster—an unusual instrument for jazz at the time—contributes to his signature warm, lyrical tone.
Released in 1979, At the Garden Party is a seminal live recording by Canadian jazz legends (guitar) and Don Thompson (bass). Recorded on January 22, 1978, at The Garden Party in Ed Bickert & Don Thompson - At the Garden Party...
Note: Tracks 8–11 on reissues (e.g., "Come Rain or Come Shine," "One Morning in May") feature the trio format recorded at Captain Audio in 1976. : Bickert is celebrated for his "piano-like" approach
Toronto, the album is widely regarded as a "hidden gem" and a masterclass in duo improvisation. Musical Significance and Style Recorded on January 22, 1978, at The Garden
The album showcases the deep musical rapport between Bickert and Thompson, who had played together for years in various settings, including Paul Desmond’s "Canadian Group".