Ryo Fukui – My Favorite Tune LP

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LP version. 180 gram vinyl; obi. We Release Jazz announce the official reissue ofRyo Fukui‘s only solo piano album, recorded live, June 4-5, 1994 at The Lutheran Hall in Sapporo. Originally released on CD only by Sapporo Jazz Create in 1994,My Favorite Tuneis a beautiful bop adventure which includes two superb compositions that Ryo Fukui wrote as an homage to his beloved Hokkaido region, the fan-favorite “Nord” and “Voyage”, a tribute to his mentorBarry Harris(“Nobody’s”), alternate versions of his mega classics “Scenery” and “Mellow Dream”, and, last but not least, bewitching takes on timeless gems bySonny ClarkandAvery Parrish.My Favorite Tuneplays like a cool summer night, full of contemplative notes and deep feelings, with Ryo Fukui baring his heart on the piano and displaying the soulful sophistication he is loved for. A true masterpiece completing his amazing discography. Comes with liner notes byYusuke Ogawa. Sourced from the original masters.