The Dave Brubeck Quartet Featuring Paul Desmond – Stardust / Fantasy Audio CD 1990 / FCD 24728-2

UPC 090204088904

Product Details:

• Label: Fantasy – FCD 24728-2
• Format: CD, Compilation
• Country: Europe
• Released: 1990
• Genre: Jazz
• Style: Bop, Cool Jazz

Overview: 

Stardust is a captivating compilation album by the iconic Dave Brubeck Quartet, featuring the smooth, melodic saxophone of Paul Desmond. Released in 1990, this collection brings together a series of well-loved jazz standards alongside original compositions, all marked by the quartet's signature cool jazz and bop stylings. With tracks like "Stardust," "Frenesi," and "Me and My Shadow," this compilation exemplifies the harmonic precision and intricate rhythms that have made Brubeck and Desmond legends in the jazz world. The album blends familiar tunes with exciting improvisations, showcasing the quartet's ability to transform each piece into a unique jazz experience.

Track Listing:

1. Mam 'Selle – 2:50
2. Stardust – 6:49
3. Frenesi – 2:35
4. Me And My Shadow – 2:26
5. At A Perfume Counter – 2:50
6. Crazy Chris – 3:19
7. A Foggy Day – 3:07
8. Somebody Loves Me – 3:18
9. Lyons Busy – 3:12
10. Look For The Silver Lining – 3:40
11. Stardust – 3:01
12. At A Perfume Counter – 14:35
13. Alice In Wonderland – 3:35
14. All The Things You Are – 3:20
15. Lulu's Back In Town – 2:35
16. My Romance – 3:12
17. Just One Of Those Things – 3:07

Key Credits:

• Piano: Dave Brubeck
• Alto Saxophone: Paul Desmond
• Bass: Norman Bates (tracks: 2, 12), Wyatt "Bull" Ruther (tracks: 1, 3, 5, 7–11, 13–17)
• Bassoon: Fred Dutton (tracks: 6–8)
• Drums: Herb Barman (tracks: 4–11), Joe Dodge (tracks: 2, 12), Lloyd Davis (tracks: 1–3, 13–17)
• Art Direction: Phil Carroll
• Liner Notes: Philip Elwood
• Remastered By: Kirk Felton