Stan Getz Focus Vinyl LP Verve V6-8412 VG++ and 50 similar items

Stan Getz Focus Vinyl LP - Verve V6-8412 VG++ First Pressing (1961) Composed and Arranged by Eddie Sauter Condition: VG++ (EX) Vinyl and VG++ (EX) Cover. Vinyl was play-tested on both sides and plays beautifully throughout with good fidelity. Original gatefold cover is strong with great image, no splits, writing or cutout marks. Focus is a jazz album recorded in 1961, featuring Stan Getz on tenor saxophone with a string orchestra, piano, bass, and drums. The album is a seven-part suite, which was originally commissioned by Getz from composer and arranger Eddie Sauter. Widely regarded as a high point in both men's careers, Focus was later described by Getz as his favorite among his own records. The Penguin Guide to Jazz selected this album as part of its suggested "Core Collection", stating: "Nobody ever arranged for Getz as well as this, and Sauter's luminous and shimmering scores continue to bewitch." Similarly, AllMusic critic Stephen Cook describes Focus as "admittedly Getz's most challenging date and arguably his finest moment". Getz biographer Donald L. Maggin wrote that Getz and Sauter "had created the most fully realized third stream record ever made". Biographer Dave Gelly adds that the album "received hugely favorable notices in the music press" and that "[i]f anything qualifies Stan Getz for the title of genius, it's what he achieved on July 28th 1961". Track listing A1 I'm Late, I'm Late 8:08 A2 Her 6:08 A3 Pan 3:55 B1 I Remember When 4:57 B2 Night Rider 3:52 B3 Once Upon A Time 4:45 B4 A Summer Afternoon 5:56 Personnel Stan Getz ? tenor saxophone Steve Kuhn ? piano John Neves ? bass Roy Haynes ? drums Alan Martin, Norman Carr, Gerald Tarack, and seven others ? violin Jacob Glick and three others ? viola Bruce Rogers and one other ? cello Unnamed harp player Eddie Sauter ? arranger Hershy Kay ? conductor _____________________________________________ Shipping: Calculated domestic shipping via Media Mail or Priority Mail. Will ship internationally at FLAT RATES. Records mailed in a proper cardboard LP mailer. All records cleaned prior to shipment. Check out my other auctions, and save on shipping! I do offer multiple-bid shipping discounts -- please contact me before paying if you plan to purchase or bid on multiple auctions. Return Policy: I do accept returns for up to 30 days. Please let me know if you have questions about this item or any others I have for sale before you bid or purchase. If you are unhappy with your purchase, please contact me immediately and I will do whatever I can to resolve. This may be a replacement, a credit, or a full or partial refund depending on the circumstances. _____________________________________________ I use the Goldmine Grading System, and play-test all records. I note any differences between vinyl and cover, and make note of any inserts, special sleeves, or potential defects. MINT (M) - Absolutely perfect in every way. Most often this is a still sealed record, records that have been opened are rarely if ever marked as Mint. NEAR MINT (NM) - A good description is that it looks like it just came from a retail store and it was opened for the first time. In other words, it?s nearly perfect, with no visible defects. VERY GOOD PLUS (VG+) - Except for a couple minor things, this could be Near Mint. Most collectors will be happy with a VG+ record, especially if on the high end (VG++). VG+ records may show slight signs of wear, including light scuffs or very light scratches that do not affect the listening experience. Covers should have only minor wear. VERY GOOD (VG) - VG records are among the biggest bargains, and for many, will be worth the money. They can lack the original gloss, may have surface noise, and some scratches may be audible, especially in soft passages. But the noise will not overpower the music. VG covers will have signs of handling, and may have minor splits. GOOD PLUS (G+) - Good+ does not mean bad! The record still plays through without skipping, but it has significant surface noise and groove wear. Cover may have significant ring wear, noticeable writing, or obvious damage. GOOD (G) - Record may have some skipping, but is otherwise listenable. I generally avoid selling Good (G) rated records unless they are highly collectible or desirable, in order to enjoy until something better comes along. Cover has major wear or seam splits that need repair, or heavy writing like radio station call letters to prevent theft. Feel free to contact me with any specific questions.