This 1957 studio session captures Lester Young in a rare, relaxed collaboration with the Oscar Peterson Trio. It stands as a testament to his enduring lyrical improvisation, even as his personal struggles became more pronounced.
- The album was recorded in New York City on December 19, 1957.
- It was produced by Norman Granz, founder of the Verve record label.
- The Verve label reissued this recording on CD in 1997.
Lester Young was a seminal American jazz tenor saxophonist and occasional vocalist, known for his cool, melodic style and innovative phrasing. By 1957, Young was in the later stages of his career, his health declining, though he continued to record and perform.
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