The relationships of the trumpeter to the rhythm section, and of the solo to the underlying harmonies that support it, is highly influenced by "Kind of Blue, " specifically Davis's interplay with pianist Bill Evans and his subsequent experiments with his mid-1960s group, in which he continued along the same path with Herbie Hancock.

WSJ: The Jazz Scene: Intercontinental Artistic Missions

In "Blue in Green, " Hiromi embraces the chord structure and tempo used by pianist Bill Evans, inserting a rubato of her own virtuoso flights amidst the cycle.

NPR: Hiromi On Piano Jazz