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Music for Piano & Drums

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This same remastered & expanded CD is available direct from Bruford's web site (shipped and seviced by DGM in the USA) for a LOT less money than the price here (so is "Flags").

Also, when you order direct, you get a free sampler CD. The 2nd CD contains eight Bruford tracks from various CD's; each track is followed by an audio interview/commentary from Bill.

Unless you're a fan of paying more and getting less, buy it from Bill!

Former Yes members Patrick Moraz (keyboards: 1974-1976) and original drummer Bill Bruford (drums: 1968-1972) joined forces in 1983 to release the underrated classic 'Music For Piano And Drums.'

While fans of progressive rock might not appreciate this as much as jazz fans would, it's still something that's well worth checking out. 'Children's Concerto' is a nice way to open up a record, and other songs like 'Any Suggestions,' 'Living Space' and 'Eastern Sundays' are all great songs that are well worth listening to.

'Hazy' is probably the best song on the album, in my opinion. But the bonus track version of 'Hazy' is the version to listen to. That is virtually a jam session; it's 10:38 long, while the original 1983 album version that's also here is 6:32 long.

But, overall, this is a really underrated album from Moraz and Bruford. As a die-hard Yes fan, I'm really glad I own this.

Highly recommended for any Bruford, Moraz, Yes collector or jazz fan in general. An underrated classic. ENJOY!!!

If you want your music to read like a Grisham novel, don't buy this CD. If you want your music to read like a Faulkner novel, buy this CD. Music for Piano and Drums is well worth the effort required to get the most out of it. Other reviews of this CD suggest it is good, relaxing music. I have to disagree. The music is quite moving when you get to know it. If you have patience and an open mind, Bruford and Moraz do not let you down. There second collaborative effort, Flags, does not have the complexity and creativity that this CD has. It is more of a "relaxing" release. On first, second, third, fourth and fifth listen MFPAD sounds like you may have bought something without a "hook" or "theme." Hang in there and you will become a member of the "progressive" jazz/rock movement. Welcome.

this music is a must listen for people who are piano's lovers and appreciators. the music that stimulatives, bring relaxation and brillian all at onces