Blue Room: The 1979 Vara Studio Sessions In Holland

Release Date: 4/22/2023
Format: 2 x LP
Label: Jazz Detective/Elemental Music
Quantity: 3000
Release type: 'RSD First' Release

Blue Room: The 1979 VARA Studio Sessions in Holland features two recordings of trumpet/vocal icon Chet Baker captured in stereo at the legendary VARA Studio 2 in Hilversum, the Netherlands. The April 10,th session featured pianist Phil Markowitz, bassist Jean-Louis Rassinfosse, and drummer Charles Rice. The November 9th session featured pianist Frans Elsen, bassist Victor Kaihatu, and drummer Eric Ineke.

The limited-edition 2LP set includes an elaborate booklet with photos, liner notes, essays and interviews.