Among Friends – Art Pepper – LP – Pre Owned Vinyl (Arrives in 14days)

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Record Condition: NM
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Experience Art Pepper’s soulful saxophone in a timeless jazz session that’s intimate, lyrical, and deeply moving.

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Art Pepper’s ‘Among Friends’ is more than a late-career session; it’s a testament to the enduring artistry of a jazz icon who poured his life into every note. Recorded in 1978, this album captures Pepper in the company of trusted collaborators, creating a sense of warmth and camaraderie that’s palpable in each track. His alto saxophone is expressive and poignant, weaving through standards like ‘But Beautiful’ and ‘The Nearness of You’ with a tenderness that feels almost confessional. The interplay with pianist Russ Freeman, bassist Bob Magnusson, and drummer Frank Butler is intuitive, allowing the music to breathe and unfold naturally. For collectors and jazz enthusiasts, ‘Among Friends’ stands out as a document of Pepper’s resilience and emotional honesty, channeling both the joys and aches of a turbulent life into beautifully rendered melodies. This album is a must for anyone who values the human touch in jazz—a session where technical brilliance never overshadows feeling, and where the intimacy of the recording invites you to sit right alongside the musicians. It’s a rare, heartfelt gem that rewards deep and repeated listening.

Track List:
A1 – Among Friends – 6:21
A2 – ‘Round About Midnight – 6:42
A3 – I’m Getting Sentimental Over You – 4:59
A4 – Blue Bossa – 4:21
B1 – What Is This Thing Called Love – 4:23
B2 – What’s New – 5:59
B3 – Besame Mucho – 6:57
B4 – I’ll Remember April – 4:43

Weight 500 g
Artist

Art Pepper

Catalog Number

PAP-9129

Format

LP

Genre

Jazz

Label

Trio Records

Manufacturing Year

1978

Record Condition

NM

Sleeve Condition

NM

No Of Records

1

Mood

Heartfelt

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