So Tender is a jazz piano-trio composition by Keith Jarrett, performed by the Keith Jarrett Trio with Gary Peacock on bass and Jack DeJohnette on drums. It first appeared on the album Standards, Vol. 2, released in 1983, and runs about 7 minutes and 15 seconds. The tune is an original Jarrett piece, known for its lyrical melody and bebop-inflected improvisation, blending intricate harmony with a deeply expressive piano line. It is a highlight of the Standards series and remains one of Jarrett’s most streamed tracks from that era.
