What does We Get Requests sound like?

A seamless blend of smooth jazz elegance and intricate improvisation, showcasing Peterson's virtuosic piano prowess. Rooted in blues and funk. Start with "Quiet Nights of Quiet Stars (Corcovado)".

Is We Get Requests a good place to start with Oscar Peterson?

Yes, We Get Requests is recommended as a starting point for new Oscar Peterson listeners. A seamless blend of smooth jazz elegance and intricate improvisation, showcasing Peterson's virtuosic piano prowess. By the time 'We Get Requests' was released in January 1964, Oscar Peterson was already an established figure in jazz, known for his remarkable technique and expressive style. This album followed his celebrated works like 'Night Train' and marked a period where he began to explore more mainstream and accessible compositions, solidifying his appeal to a broader audience.

Who is We Get Requests for?

We Get Requests works well if you're into steady melodic journeys, intimate listening experiences and smooth background ambiance.

How many songs are on We Get Requests?

We Get Requests has 10 tracks, running approximately 40 minutes.

We Get Requests

Oscar Peterson · 1964

40 min · 10 tracks · blues · funk · bebop

A seamless blend of smooth jazz elegance and intricate improvisation, showcasing Peterson's virtuosic piano prowess.

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Is this for you?

Good fit if you like

steady melodic journeys
intimate listening experiences
smooth background ambiance
reflective late-night vibes

Where this album fits

In the catalog: Breakthrough — This album solidified Peterson's reputation in jazz with its commercial success and acclaim.
Themes: bossa nova romance· smooth jazz elegance· lyrical improvisation
Career context: By the time 'We Get Requests' was released in January 1964, Oscar Peterson was already an established figure in jazz, known for his remarkable technique and expressive style. This album followed his celebrated works like 'Night Train' and marked a period where he began to explore more mainstream and accessible compositions, solidifying his appeal to a broader audience.
Stylistic neighbors: Bill Evans· Herbie Hancock· McCoy Tyner
If this clicks, go next to: Oscar Peterson Trio + One — Continues the smooth jazz vibe with rich improvisations and collaborative energy.
Sounds like this from elsewhere: Portrait in Jazz by Bill Evans — Shares intricate piano improvisation and a lyrical, contemplative atmosphere typical of smooth jazz.

Getz/Gilberto '76 by Stan Getz — Blends bossa nova romance with smooth jazz elegance, echoing themes of lyrical improvisation and melodic charm.

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Tracklist

New here? Start with "Quiet Nights of Quiet Stars (Corcovado)".

1 Quiet Nights of Quiet Stars (Corcovado) Start here 2:50
2 The Days of Wine and Roses 2:42
3 My One and Only Love 5:10
4 People 3:32
5 Have You Met Miss Jones? 4:15
6 You Look Good to Me 4:48
7 The Girl From Ipanema 3:54
8 D. & E. 5:13
9 Time and Again 4:39
10 Goodbye J.D. 2:54

What to play next

This album is considered a Breakthrough in Oscar Peterson's catalog. This album solidified Peterson's reputation in jazz with its commercial success and acclaim.

Listen next

Oscar Peterson Trio + One

1964

Continues the smooth jazz vibe with rich improvisations and collaborative energy.

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The Oscar Peterson Trio Plays

1964

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