album · April 1, 1956
Lester Young with the Oscar Peterson Trio
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This 1956 session captures Lester Young in a relaxed quartet format, engaging in a program of standards alongside the Oscar Peterson Trio. It stands as a testament to Young's enduring melodic gifts during a later phase of his career.
- The album was recorded in New York City on April 1, 1956.
- It features Oscar Peterson on piano, Herb Ellis on guitar, and Ray Brown on bass.
- The release showcases Young's signature relaxed phrasing on a selection of jazz standards.
Lester Young was a pioneering American jazz tenor saxophonist, known for his influential, cool, and melodic style. At the time of this 1956 recording, he was revisiting a more mainstream quartet setting after a period of personal and professional struggles.
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