| 1 | In Your Sweet Way | 8:40 |
| 2 | Brother Can You Spare A Dime? | 5:17 |
| 3 | Don't Worry About Me | 8:47 |
| 4 | I'll Never Smile Again | 5:29 |
| 5 | Keepin' Out Of Mischiek Now | 5:05 |
| 6 | Let's Fall In Love | 8:01 |
| 7 | Perdido | 7:52 |
| 8 | Lullaby In Rhythm | 7:21 |
| 9 | Lover | 5:04 |
| 10 | Stardust | 8:12 |
Experience the genius of a jazz icon. Playin' His Finest Tunes is a comprehensive 2007 compilation from Disky that serves as the perfect gateway into the sophisticated world of Dave Brubeck. Spanning the peak of his legendary quartet’s output in the late 1950s and early 1960s, this 20-track collection captures the "formally ingenious" structures and rhythmic experimentation that defined Brubeck’s career.
This release features a curated selection of his most recognizable and rhythmically adventurous masterpieces, including:
- Take Five – The quintessential jazz standard in 5/4 time.
- Blue Rondo à la Turk – A brilliant exploration of complex time signatures.
- Unsquare Dance – A playful, upbeat fan favorite.
- Koto Song – Showcasing Brubeck's ability to blend global influences with cool jazz.
Mastered for modern listeners, the audio delivers clear, punchy mids and a warm low end while maintaining the dynamic integrity of the original sessions. Whether you are a newcomer looking for a definitive overview of his most popular repertoire or a collector wanting a convenient single-disc retrospective, this compilation highlights the "internally consistent" elegance and improvisational brilliance of a true American master.
