I had the chance to see K.Jarrett and his two bandmates in Montreal. It was a first time for me and I was expecting to hear good music. I did hear not good but great music and I was very surprised by the intensity of all players.

At the end, a somewhat frustrated Jarrett told the audience that because of a photograph taken by someone, they were leaving.  

I also read more about Jarrett and his reaction to un-cooperative audience. A bit like Robert Fripp from King Crimson.  I saw recently a video of Jarrett being rude to an audience in Italy about some pictures taken.

I understand the request about not wanting anyone taking pictures or making noise - but in reality, this probably happens very rarely.  I also suspect that some ppl make it a point to 'frustrate' him/the audience just because of this 'legendary' attitude.

As for me, this kind of reaction from an artist is a complete turn off. From my point of view, this attitude overshadows his talent and it belittles him. I do not think much either of the people who do not respect the request he makes at the beginning. But in reacting the way he does, he impacts those who come to hear and respect the requests... and that for me is unacceptable. 

Great piano player - but little man.  I will not 'explore' his repertoire as I intended to before by gradually purchasing his CDs. For me being an artist is a 'package' - of talent, humanity and generosity... you gain respect by being generous and humanitarian.  Maybe then ppl would stop taking pictures altogether.

Mr Jarrett is living proof that nothing is perfect... by way of his attitude (great talent but so-so attitude) .... and by way of his audience (most respect him... a few do not)... such is life.

My opinion is in no way an attempt to infuriate some of you on this forum. It is nothing more than an expression of what I 'went through' last saturday after paying over 200$ for two tickets.

From what I saw on other threads or videos, Mr Jarrett's reaction in Montreal was very mild... but nonetheless ...

Cheers.