A great little set from Friedman – a vastly underrated pianist who's working here as a bright young modernist in a trio with Chuck Israels on bass and Pete LaRoca on drums. The tracks have a freedom that reminds us a lot of Bill Evans' early work, with a warm lyricism that never gets too hokey – yet isn't afraid to show itself in Friedman's original compositions. Titles include "Sea's Breeze", "Loves Parting", "Modes Pivoting", and "Circle Waltz". (Out of print.)
Don Friedman joined the ranks of the "elite" pianists recorded by Concord Jazz in the world renowned series, "Live at Maybeck Recital Hall" It has been said of this recording, that "the creativity and virtuosity of Don Friedman, the responsive Yamaha piano, and the near perfect acoustics of Maybeck Recital Hall make this recording a treasured slice of solo jazz piano history."…..Gene Lees (Source: donfriedman.net)