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"A master of the subtle art of rhythm guitar as well as a gifted soloist, Mr. Pizzarelli was sought after for recording sessions in the 1950s and ’60s and can be heard on hundreds of records in various genres, although he was often uncredited. He also toured with Benny Goodman and was a longtime member of the 'Tonight Show' orchestra." - Rolling Stone Legendary session guitarist Bucky Pizzarelli was a mainstay of the new jazz scene in the 70s. Pizzarelli worked with Johnny Carson on "The Tonight Show", performed in duo with George Barnes, as a soloist, and as a sideman to leading jazz musicians like saxophonists Zoot Sims and Bud Freeman and the violinists Stéphane Grappelli and Joe Venuti. Later in life, he began performing with his son, John Pizzarelli, who became a notable guitarist in his own right. One of Bucky Pizzarelli's notable traits was his use of a seven string guitar, with an extra low string tune that allowed him t provide his own bass-line accompaniment. This 2xHD release features a compilation of Pizzarelli's early work, comprising some of his best work as a soloist and sideman in the early part of the swing and bebop eras. In addition to being an important piece of history, this landmark collection is presented using 2xHD's trademark high-resolution digital transfer process, presenting the music in stunning modern clarity.