The President Plays With the Oscar Peterson Trio: Remastered |
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Artist:
Oscar Peterson Trio,
Lester Young
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List Price: £9.99
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Disc 1:
| 1. Ad Lib Blues | | 2. Just You And Me | | 3. Tea For Two | | 4. Indiana | | 5. These Foolish Things | | 6. I Can't Get Started | | 7. Stardust | | 8. On The Sunny Side Of The Street | | 9. Almost Like Being In Love | | 10. I Can't Give You Anything But Love | | 11. There Will Never Be Another You | | 12. I'm Confessin' | | 13. Takes Two To Tango |
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Amazon.co.uk Review
An entire session from November 1952, in which Lester Young (known as "Pres", short for "The President") joined the Oscar Peterson Quartet. It was plainly a happy and relaxed affair, as the incidental studio chatter and badinage reveals. Pres was notoriously sensitive to his surroundings and, particularly in later life, could only function properly in a friendly and supportive atmosphere like this. Not surprisingly, he plays exceedingly well here, his delicate tenor saxophone sound in full flower. At one point he bursts into song, with the current hit "It Takes Two To Tango", his only studio-recorded vocal. However, to prevent anyone being tempted to release it, he inserts some mild rudeness into the lyric (this was the early 50s, remember). At this stage in his life he was becoming more and more fond of slow ballads and there are several prime examples here, including touching versions of "These Foolish Things" and "I'm Confessin'" . Peterson and guitarist Herb Ellis seem inspired by the occasion and contribute superb solos. With Ray Brown and J.C. Heard completing the rhythm section, this CD contains some of the best of Lester Young's later work. --Dave Gelly
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Lester at his best in later life, 2003-08-24
For those who think that Lester peaked when he was with Lady Day, just listen to this album. The excellent background of the Oscar Peterson Trio is reason enough to buy this CD, but for Lester fans, it's a must. From the opening strains of Ad Lib Blues, Lester's melodic strains permeate and complement Oscar's sublime piano playing.The Jazz standards on this CD give as shining example of how to improvise without even breaking into a sweat (I thought Nat Cole's version of Stardust was the best, but Lester excels). Lester's so laid back, he's horizontal, but it makes excellent jazz listening. Someone once told me that they loved jazz, but didn't know which albums to buy. This album is so late-night / sensuous / laid back that I'd suggest it immediately to anyone who loves 'dinner jazz' but wants to explore further. One down side. Lester's singing on (It Takes) Two to Tango. You can take it or leave it.
very chilled, 2008-10-13
my partner and i heard this album in a bar and had to ask for its name, it was so chilled and nice
don't need to be a jazz expert, it's just perfect to listen to in evenings or sunday mornings, or while reading :)
One of the great tenor albums., 2005-06-03
I want to start by saying that if you are new to Lester Young - buy this album! Critics often remark on the fact that Pres was past his best by the time of this recording but that clearly is not true if this album is anything to go by. It really is a sublime performance from the tenor giant. His ballad playing his an education, his up-tempo numbers seem so effortless, his tone almost ethereal - his talent is an embarresment of riches. As for his support on the record, well, its enough to know its Oscar Petersons band! As for his singing (well, scatting), I think that alone is reason enough to buy it. Who cares how good it is - where else will you ever hear such a thing? The sound quality is also very good for a 1952 recording, the remastering excellent. I love this CD so much, it really is a desert island disc. Saxophone players should include this as a part of their education, as indeed i have.
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Binding: Audio CD
EAN: 0731452145123
Format: Original recording remastered
Label: Verve
Manufacturer: Verve
Number Of Discs: 1
Publisher: Verve
Release Date: 1997-10-01
Studio: Verve |
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