Ahmad Jamal featuring Yusef Lateef: Live at the Olympia

As it was back in the heady days of bebop, American jazz musicians tend to receive particularly warm welcomes in France, and none more so than Ahmad Jamal. The legendary Pittsburgh-born pianist, whose influence on what he calls "American classical music" has been incalculable, is now in his 80s. Over the past decade he has enjoyed a new lease of life with a string of well-received albums recorded in France. This live three-disc audio and video release, with a guest appearance from veteran saxophonist Yusef Lateef, brings nothing particularly new to the table. But those who like shivers up their spine will appreciate hearing and seeing two giants of American classical music bring a Parisian audience to its feet without breaking a sweat. jazzvillagemusic.com