Exclusively For My Friends (6 LP Box Set)

Product Description Exclusively for My Friends is widely seen as the centerpiece of any Oscar Peterson collection. Peterson himself went into raptures about the MPS-Recordings, stating that, thanks to the intimate recording atmosphere in Hans Georg Brunnder-Schwer's living room and his pursuit of perfection as a sound engineer and producer, they belonged to his best. The private recordings were made between 1963 and 1968 and are the impressive result of the long-standing friendship between the exceptional Canadian pianist and the label owner from the black forest. They serve to document Peterson's exquisite playing style in high profile trios as well as Brunner-Schweer's keenness to create almost audiophile sound characteristics. Review "What's most appealing here is that you get the spontaneity and excitement of a "live" performance minus the nightclub chatter...Peterson fans will love this well-produced, superb sounding, well-pressed, six 180g LP box set that sells for $199.00. For casual listeners it may be more Peterson than they wish to consume. If single albums from the set become available, start with My Favorite Instrument. You won't stop there!" --Analog Planet