Victor Feldman was one of the finest musicians that Great Britain ever produced. Victor was born in London on April 7, 1934 and was only 53 when he died in L.A. on May 12,1987 from an asthma attack. Victor was a child prodigy and began playing drums at age 7, piano at age 9 and vibes at age 14. He moved to the US in 1955 and returned to London for a while after touring with Woody Herman and others. He returned to LA and settled there and began working not only in Jazz but in the studios for movies and TV as well. His Jazz gigs led to this album his first US recording under his name. Victor is accompanied by 21 year old Scott LaFaro who makes his recording debut here. The great Stan Levey is on drums. The album called "The Arrival of Victor Feldman" explores 10 tunes, mostly standards and a few Feldman originals. It's a fun and very pleasant listen. Nothing revolutionary here but good solid Jazz played by three master musicians. Enjoy Victor Feldman and Co. tonight!

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