Art Pepper - An Afternoon In Norway: The Kongsberg Concert [2xLP]

Release Date: 5/9/2025 Label: Elemental Music A stunning new collection of never-before-heard performances by the legendary alto saxophonist Art Pepper, An Afternoon in Norway: The Kongsberg Concert, arrives as a deluxe, 180-gram 2LP set. This remarkable archival discovery was produced by the award-winning "Jazz Detective" Zev Feldman in collaboration with Laurie Pepper and the Art Pepper Estate. Feldman says, "Art Pepper is one of the most revered figures in jazz history, and his music continues to inspire listeners around the world. These never-before-released recordings add another chapter to his legacy. We take great care in presenting Pepper's work in the best possible way, ensuring that these packages are something fans will cherish for years to come." An Afternoon in Norway features recordings from Art Pepper's memorable 1980 performance at the Kongsberg Jazz Festival in Norway. Captured at Kongsberg Kino with his outstanding quartet-pianist Milcho Leviev, bassist Tony Dumas