At 82, Dave Brubeck is an absolute living jazz legend. Digitally remastered, "The Essential Dave Brubreck" is a celebration of his talents featuring 31 tracks, drawing from 24 albums and spanning a remarkable 53 years (1949-2002). Dave personally chose all of the selections for this 2-CD career overview, which will surely reach beyond his core audience. The release also includes excellent liner notes, rare photos and a rare track from his yet-to-be released album for the Telarc label.

Brubeck is heard in the company of Louis Armstrong, Tony Bennett, Carmen McRae, Gerry Mulligan, Jimmy Rushing, and his classic quartet with Paul Desmond, Eugene Wright and Joe Morello. His music continues to touch people around the world through his ceaseless touring schedule.

Track Listing

Disc 1:

1. Indiana
2. Perdido (live)
3. Take The "a" Train (live)
4. Le Souk (live)
5. Audrey
6. The Duke
7. In Your Own Sweet Way
8. Weep No More
9. Some Day My Prince Will Come
10. Tangerine (live)
11. Brandenburg Gate
12. Three To Get Ready
13. Blue Rondo A La Turk
14. There'll Be Some Changes Made

Disc 2:

1. Take Five
2. Maria
3. It's A Raggy Waltz
4. Unsquare Dance
5. Kathy's Waltz
6. Travelin' Blues
7. Summer Song
8. That Old Black Magic
9. Bossa Nova U.s.a
10. Autumn In Washington Square
11. Theme From Mr Broadway
12. La Paloma Azul (live)
13. Recuerdo (live)
14. Caravan (live)
15. Star Dust
16. Brother, Can You Spare A Dime
17. Love For Sale (live)