The Oscar Peterson Trio

We Get Requests

First released1964

We Get Requests was recorded by The Oscar Peterson Trio in 1964 at the Capitol Studios in Hollywood, California. The album was produced by John Pisano and engineered by Capitol's technical staff under the supervision of producer Al Schmitt. The sessions captured Peterson's trio in their prime, featuring their interpretations of popular standards and show tunes requested by audiences. The recording benefited from Capitol's state-of-the-art analog recording technology of the era, resulting in warm, clear sound that showcased Ray Brown's bass work and Ed Thigpen's drumming alongside Peterson's piano virtuosity. The album reflected the commercial appeal of Peterson's group while maintaining their high musical standards during a peak period of the trio's productivity in the early 1960s.