Product DescriptionBlue Coast set a new standard in audio excellence with the Blue Coast Collection. That award winning collection of acoustic songs has been recognized by audiophiles and casual listeners for its sonic precision combined with passionate musical performances. Performed in the studio without the use of headphones, overdubs or digital effects, these sessions led to a proprietary recording technique called Extended Sound Environment (E.S.E.), which creates a holographic sensation for both surround and stereo recordings.Blue Coast Records and Grammy nominated jazz pianist, Art Lande, have now teamed up to release this extraordinary collection of classic songs and original pieces. The quiet, subtle nature of the recording is a masterful example of key control and pedaling of which every pianist will want to take note. Performed on an 1885 Steinway without the use of studio enhancements like equalization, compression or reverb, the recordings were immediately sought after by audiophile manufacturers to demonstrate their gear. The sound is clear and immediate, yet, could put a baby to sleep.Art Lande is no stranger to recording having released for ECM and Windham Hill; and performed with artists such as Charlie Haden, Woody Shaw, Jan Garbarek, Paul McCandless, Joe Henderson and Nguyen Le. He tours the world in various ensembles under his own name and as a popular sideman.