Cy Walter: Sublimities, Vol. 1

On the eve of his centenary, the pianist/composer Cy Walter is commemorated with the 2 CD retrospective collection Sublimities that honors his remarkable career and talents. Volume 1 focuses on rare recordings, radio appearances and solo performances remastered from original 78s of this dean of cocktail piano players. Considered one of the premier interpreters of the Great American Songbook, Walter considered himself a stylist of show tunes and the first volume presents a rare ringside seat to the many classic performances of Walters early career. Bringing deserved attention to Walters near 40 year career, the collection includes a 24 page booklet with essays by contemporary pianists and music historians including Michael Feinstein, Peter Mintun, Maggie Perrin, Richard Behrens, and more.