Valuable records of the trio era, showcasing jazz talent
This compilation brings together Nat King Cole's early trio recordings (mainly from the 1940s) when he was active as a pianist, before he achieved success as a pop singer.
This album clearly demonstrates his status as a masterful jazz pianist. His trio with Oscar Moore (guitar) and Johnny Miller (bass) exquisitely intertwines elegant piano phrases and guitar chords, creating a light, sophisticated swing. Cole's vocals are light and relaxed, a departure from the richness of his later years. His instrumental tracks fully demonstrate his modern piano technique and sense of harmony.
